DSHS WSH Recreation Therapist 2

2 weeks ago


Lakewood, United States State of Washington Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Recreation Therapist 2 to join our team at the Department of Social and Health Services. As a Recreation Therapist 2, you will play a critical role in providing comprehensive Recreation Therapy Services to our patients.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct assessments and develop therapeutic recreation interventions to meet the unique needs of each patient.
  • Lead and facilitate recreation therapy groups, including those within the Not Guilty By Reason of Insanity (NGRI) program and patients being evaluated for their competency to stand trial.
  • Evaluate individual progress and document patient's progress and/or emergent incidents in the patient chart.
  • Maintain attendance records for all programs led and provide input regarding patient's progress during recreation therapy groups.
  • Attend Evaluation and Treatment Conferences (ETCs) and assist in the formulation of patient's treatment plan.
  • Participate in Rehab Quality Management activities to review and enhance evidence-based TR services.
Requirements
  • Strong leadership, planning, and facilitation skills.
  • Ability to confidently lead groups of adults with a variety of mental and behavioral health challenges.
  • Ability to work independently and intervene and de-escalate in crisis or potentially dangerous situations.
  • Knowledge and experience in therapeutic recreation, including certification from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation and registration with the Washington State Department of Health.
  • 18 months of professional therapeutic recreation experience or equivalent education/experience.
What We Offer

As a Recreation Therapist 2 with the Department of Social and Health Services, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of our patients and their families. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information.

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