Activity Therapist
Activity Therapist
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Job Description
PURPOSE STATEMENT:
Plan direct or coordinate medicallyapproved recreation programs for patients in the facility.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Obtain information from medical records medical staff family members or patients themselves to assess patient capabilities needs and interests.
Plan organize direct and participate in treatment programs and activities to facility patient rehabilitation.
Plan and implement expressive therapy leisure and social activities for patients to ensure that their needs are addressed.
Conduct sessions to improve patient mental and physical wellbeing instruct patients in activities and techniques such are sports dance music art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.
Assess patient needs through observations medical records tests and discussions with other healthcare professionals patient family and patient.
Create treatment plans and programs that meet patient needs and interests.
Plan and implement interventions to prevent harm to a patient.
Engage patients in therapeutic activities such as exercise games and community outings.
Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors degree in Recreational Therapy or other recreationbased field which may be approved for national certification in their area of expertise. Masters degree preferred in some facilities based on state requirements. Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in the process of obtaining national certification; OR certified in the area of specialty (Art Dance Music etc. OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC LPC etc. with certification in expressive therapy area.
First Aid CPR deescalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
Employment Type
Full Time
