Recreational Therapist Cert
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Job Location:
Jackson, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Why Youll Love Working Here:
- Comprehensive Health Coverage Medical dental & vision plans to keep you and your family healthy. Life Insurance is also available.
- Future Security 401(k) with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.
- Educational Assistance Tuition Reimbursement- because we invest in your future.
- Competitive Pay & Full Benefits A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
- Paid Time Off Generous paid time off- giving you a good work/life balance and time to recharge.
Role: Recreational Therapist- Certified
Location: Merit Health Central- Jackson MS
Schedule: Full Tim- Day Shift
Job Summary
The Recreational Therapist Certified is responsible for planning implementing and evaluating therapeutic recreation programs to support the physical emotional cognitive and social well-being of patients. Through structured individual and group activities the Recreational Therapist collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to promote recovery independence and an improved quality of life.
Essential Functions
- Conducts patient assessments to evaluate leisure interests abilities and therapeutic needs using standardized tools and clinical judgment.
- Develops individualized treatment plans with measurable goals aligned with the patients medical and behavioral health care objectives.
- Implements evidence-based recreational therapy interventions including structured group and individual sessions leisure education and skill-building activities.
- Monitors patient progress and revises treatment plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Collaborates with the interdisciplinary treatment team to support discharge planning and promote continued therapeutic engagement post-discharge.
- Assists with maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment including participation in safety rounds and inspection of patient areas for contraband in behavioral health settings.
- Documents patient assessments treatment plans session notes and outcomes in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
- Educates patients and families on the value of recreation in health and wellness to support long-term recovery and community reintegration.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree in recreation healthcare related field preferably in recreation therapy required
- 0-1 years of experience in a clinical or behavioral health setting required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Strong understanding of therapeutic recreation principles and interventions.
- Ability to plan and lead engaging therapeutic activities tailored to patient needs.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with patients families and care teams.
- High level of empathy patience and clinical judgment.
- Proficient in documenting clinical services in an electronic health record system.
Licenses and Certifications
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist preferred or
OT - Occupational Therapist Registered preferred
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Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
About Company
For more than 40 years, CHS has been developing and operating healthcare delivery systems committed to helping people get well and live healthier.
