Activity Therapist

Park Royal Hospital is a private free‑standing 126‑bed psychiatric hospital that provides life‑changing care for adolescents, adults, and older adults. Inpatient and outpatient treatment are offered for depression, anxiety, mood disorders, memory problems, post‑traumatic stress disorder, and other mental illnesses as well as co‑occurring substance abuse disorders. Purpose Statement Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient’s treatment plan. Essential Functions Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan. Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facilitate the patient’s progress with treatment goals. Plan and implement an activities program including, but not limited to, therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness. Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well‑being. Instruct patients in activities and techniques such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs. Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and help the patient achieve their treatment goals. Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings. Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent. Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude toward customers at all times; acknowledge and work to resolve complaints, and prioritize patient safety. Other Functions Perform other functions and tasks as assigned. Education / Experience / Skill Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy, or a related field required. Master’s degree preferred. Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of the patient population served by the facility required. Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred. Licenses / Designations / Certifications Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in the process of obtaining national certification; or certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) or clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in an expressive therapy area required. CPR and de‑escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements. This position requires a Level 2 Background Screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. In accordance with Florida law, employers must provide applicants with direct access to information about the state’s background screening requirements. To learn more about disqualifying offenses, exemption procedures, and screening timelines, please visit the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Background Screening Education & Awareness webpage: We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Acadia Healthcare