Recreation Therapist - Kahi Mohala Child Adolescent (Full-Time, 40, Day)

RESPONSIBILITIES

A $3,000 Sign-On bonus is available to full-time, external candidates in exchange for a two (2) year commitment.

I. JOB SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for developing, planning and implementing the Recreation Therapy Program for Behavioral Health Services at The Queen’s Medical Center – Kahi Mohala (QMC-KM), including but not limited to individualized treatment plans, evaluations, therapeutic group activities/outings, and discharge planning. Performs duties in accordance with the departmental and organizational policies, procedures, guidelines, and professional standards and principles of recreation therapy.

II. TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Essential: standing, sitting, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, lifting, pushing/pulling usual weight of 25 pounds, carrying usual weight of 10 pounds, reaching at and below shoulder level. Continuous: finger dexterity. Frequent: climbing stairs, static gripping of an object for prolonged periods. Occasional: stooping/bending, kneeling, walking on uneven ground, squatting, twisting body, lifting and pushing/pulling weight up to 50 pounds, carrying weight up to 20 pounds, reaching above shoulder level, repetitive arm/hand motions. Operates computer, typewriter, therapeutic tools and kits.

III. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Exposed to both inside and outside environmental conditions. Some exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, fumes/odors/dust from craft materials. Work environment is sometimes stressful from patient's physical outburst and yelling. Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.

IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A. EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Therapeutic Recreation. Master’s degree in therapeutic recreation, or other healthcare science preferred. Valid, active certification in good standing as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) from the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) required. Specialization in Behavioral Health preferred. Must meet and maintain credentialing requirements with the State of Hawaii Child & Adolescent Mental Health Division (CAMHD). Valid U.S. driver's license required in accordance with Hawaii State law, rules and regulations. Driver's abstract or evidence of good driving record required. Current BLS certification. Course work in communications, group dynamics and fitness preferred.

B. EXPERIENCE

One (1) year experience as a recreation therapist or related work experience. Experience working with individuals with psychiatric illness, demonstrating working knowledge of psychiatric disorders, mental illness treatment and recovery processes as it relates to recreation and leisure. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Vet #J-18808-Ljbffr The Queen's Health Systems