Recreation Therapist

Job Title

Recreation Therapist

Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• The SCI/D RT conducts, analyzes, interprets, and reports assessment data across functional domains, including cognitive, sensory, social, affective, physical, and leisure.
• Comprehensive assessments are conducted using the standard four-step RT process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Based upon assessment data and in collaboration with interdisciplinary stakeholders, the therapist develops individualized, evidence-based treatment plans with measurable therapeutic goals and objectives, including defined scope, duration, and treatment approaches for patients with complex conditions such as spinal cord injury and disorders, traumatic brain injury (TBI), polytrauma, amputation, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
• Through activity and task analysis, behavioral interventions, and therapeutic procedures, the RT designs individualized treatment interventions to reduce stress, anxiety, and maladaptive behavior; support recovery of motor function and reasoning abilities; build confidence; and develop compensatory strategies to facilitate community reintegration.
• Techniques and strategies may include, but are not limited to: development of positive behavioral patterns; relaxation and stress reduction; lifestyle alteration; social skills training; self-esteem development; positive relationship building; motor learning and training; anger and pain management; risk identification; recovery support; adjustment to disability; and coping with grief and loss.
• Resourcefulness is exercised in implementing individualized, effective therapeutic methods including, but not limited to: assistive and adaptive technology; cognitive behavioral skills; aquatic therapy; fitness and wellness programming; community accessibility, reintegration, and transition planning; and adapted sports and leisure development.
• The RT reviews recreation therapy consults and conducts comprehensive evaluations. Patient needs are evaluated for additional, alternative, or termination of services, and intervention plans are monitored for effectiveness with modifications made as needed.
• The SCI/D RT is a designated purchase cardholder and complies with Federal and VA Acquisition Regulations, policies, and local procedures.
• Responsibilities include reconciling purchase card charges within established time limits, checking the Excluded Parties Listing System prior to making awards, inputting IFCAP orders within one workday of purchase using the detailed order option, and maintaining procurement and voucher documentation for six years and three months.

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm (Subject to change based upon the needs of the agency.)

Telework: Not Available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 000000

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized