Activity Therapist
Acadia Healthcare
Overview PURPOSE STATEMENT: Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient's treatment plan. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
(e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate. EASTN #LI-ETBH 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.
- 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 facility patient 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 are 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 helps the patient achieve his/her 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 towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
- Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
- Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
- Master's degree preferred.
- Three or more years' experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required.
- Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred.
- 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 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.
(e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate. EASTN #LI-ETBH 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.
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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