Recreational Therapist (CTRS)

Activity TherapistHorizon Health is seeking an Activity Therapist for our BRAND NEW unit called Altru Behavioral Health Center in Grand Forks, ND. This unit will be a 24 bed inpatient unit for both adult and pediatric patients. We are also planning to expand to an additional 24 beds in 2026. Altru Health System and Universal Health Services are working together in expanding inpatient behavioral health services.The Certified Recreational Therapist conducts and administers therapeutic recreation and/or activity services for the facility. We are seeking any of the following- Recreational, Occupational. Music, Art, Dance and Movement, etc. therapists.Responsibilities:Designs and implements therapeutic activities for patients based on a thorough assessment of the patient's symptom presentation, professional/referral input and all other available data.Evaluates and documents patients' responses to treatment and progress towards goals, to develop and document recommendations for discharge and aftercare.Communicates treatment and progress results to supervisor and treatment team.Conducts individual and/or group sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displays sufficient theoretical knowledge of effective treatment techniques.Provides appropriate education, resources and support for patients before, during, and after treatment.Evaluates and uses techniques, tools and resources to assist patients in treatment.Completes progress notes and assessments according to program procedures.Evaluates satisfaction resulting from the treatment provided and modifies or discontinues the treatment as needed and based upon patient progress, achievement of goals, lack of progress or change in condition.Reports and documents patient/client progress, achievement and changes in the treatment plan.Participates as an active member of the interdisciplinary and treatment teams.Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position.Benefit Highlights for full-time positions:Competitive CompensationExcellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan401(K) with company match and discounted stock planLong and Short-term DisabilityFlexible Spending Accounts; Healthcare Savings AccountLife InsuranceCareer development opportunities within the companyTuition AssistanceRewarding work environment – Enjoy going to work every day!Qualifications:Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferredAt least 3 years of related experienceMust be a graduate of an accredited therapy programActive ND License/ Certification- Music, art, recreational, occupational, dance and music, etc. therapist certificationEEO Statement:All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.