Activity Therapist

College Medical Center Phoenix is proud to be the newest addition to College Health Enterprises. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of customer service, delivered with warmth, friendliness, and organizational pride. Become part of a team that values a respectful environment, flexibility, a tight-knit group, and the autonomy to utilize your knowledge and experience. Job Summary CMC Phoenix is seeking a full-time Activity/Recreational Therapist (Music, Dance, Drama, Art & Recreational Therapy). This position supports the Mission of the Hospital through the provision of distinctive and compassionate care to our patients. The therapist implements and coordinates therapeutic activity programming for the adult inpatient population, evaluates and establishes individualized treatment plans, and documents patient progress toward goals and treatment in the medical record. Job Qualifications Current Arizona Board of Recreation and Parks certification as a Recreation Therapist Certified (RTC) or National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) is required. Current Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card is required. Minimum six (6) months of experience in an acute psychiatric setting preferred. Ability and willingness to work weekends. Job‑Specific Duties Provide therapeutic activity services to adult psychiatric and mentally ill patients. Perform assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide group and individual therapy interventions. Plan, implement, and coordinate the Unit’s activity therapy program, including daily and special events, and provide in‑services for staff involved in activity therapy. Conduct group and individual activity therapy sessions using sound group principles and techniques. Complete activity therapy evaluations and progress notes within prescribed timeframes and quality standards. Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings. Demonstrate strong interviewing, assessment, documentation, and reporting skills. Utilize supervision and performance feedback to improve practice. Support referral development by communicating effectively with families and outside agencies, and participating in the Referral Development Committee. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. If you are passionate about making a difference and seeking a supportive team environment to grow your skills, we welcome your application. Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors, including but not limited to relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for CMC Phoenix roles, including but not limited to shift differential and other special pay practices. The posted compensation for the position is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay that CMC Phoenix in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr