Recreational Therapist- Full Time

Creekside BH

Garner, North Carolina, US
Competitive salary commensurate with experience; c...
Conduct patient assessments for treatment planning
Implement therapeutic leisure and social activities
Monitor patient progress and behavior in groups
The role involves planning and implementing comprehensive recreational therapy services designed to help patients develop healthy coping skills and social relationships

Job Summary

  • The role involves planning and implementing comprehensive recreational therapy services designed to help patients develop healthy coping skills and social relationships.
  • Candidates will engage patients in diverse therapeutic activities including exercise, games, music, art, and relaxation techniques tailored to individual needs.
  • Raleigh Oaks Behavioral Health offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefit plan, and specialized programming dedicated to serving Veterans.

Matching Summary

The role involves planning and implementing comprehensive recreational therapy services designed to help patients develop healthy coping skills and social relationships.

Salary

Competitive salary commensurate with experience; Comprehensive benefit plan included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Conduct patient assessments for treatment planning
  • Implement therapeutic leisure and social activities
  • Monitor patient progress and behavior in groups
  • Maintain safe environment during recreational programming
  • Document assessments and progress notes timely

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with veteran populations served by facility
  • Knowledge of five activity domains: physical, social, intellectual, creative, spiritual
  • Ability to modify activities for specific group needs

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field
  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or equivalent specialty certification
  • One or more years' experience in healthcare recreation setting
  • Clinical professional licensure with expressive therapy certification if applicable

Work Rights

Not specified

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