Recreational Therapist - Part Time

Recreational Therapist

Responsibilities Three Trails Behavioral Hospital in the area of Independence, MO and we are seeking a compassionate and creative Recreational Therapist to join our team on a part-time basis. In this role, you will design and implement therapeutic recreation programs that support individuals' physical, emotional, and social well-being. The ideal candidate is engaging, organized, and passionate about enhancing quality of life through meaningful activities.

The Recreational Therapist will:

• Responsible for completing an Activity Therapy Assessment for all new patients within 72 hours to understand social, physical, cognitive, emotional and social functioning of patients ranging from adolescents through geriatric.
• Facilities and documents group therapy and activities using recreational therapy skills; demonstrates knowledge of group therapy dynamics and leadership
• Actively participates in the treatment planning process utilizing results from patient activity therapy assessment to inform treatment needs

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Recreation Therapy or in a Creative Art Therapy field (i.e., Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Recreation Therapy, Dance Therapy or Psychodrama); or a major in a related therapeutic discipline, creative arts discipline, or occupational therapy. Master's degree, preferred.
• Previous experience in healthcare, rehabilitation, behavioral health, or long-term care preferred
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work a part time schedule that includes weekends

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