Recreation Therapist Jobs

Job Title: Recreational Therapist - Certified Company: Hospital Corporation of America Location: Largo, FL Description: POSITION SUMMARY:The Recreational Therapist provides treatment services and recreational activities for individuals and groups receiving programming within the Behavioral Health treatment arenas. The Recreational Therapist will use a variety of techniques (ie, art, crafts, dance, movement etc.) to assist Behavioral Health patients in better understanding and dealing with their unique/individualized mental health needs. In addition, Recreational therapists will assist Behavioral Health patients integrate into the community by teaching them how to use community resources and recreational activities.

Job Title: Clinical Case Manager/Art Therapist Company: Location: New York City, NY Description: The Brooklyn Bureau of Community Service is one of Brooklyn?s oldest and largest non-sectarian social services agencies. The Brooklyn Bureau has been a leading provider of social services to families, children, and adults with disabilities since 1866. The Brooklyn Bureau, which presently serves more than 10,000 individuals annually, is committed to a broad and diverse range of services including prevention of foster care placement; crisis intervention; early childhood and after school education; and vocational training, job placement, and clinical services to adults with physical and developmental disabilities, and histories of mental illness. Project Moving On (PMO) offers counseling, therapeutic activities, and peer support each day to individuals contending with severe mental illness. PMO?s goal is to help its clients become as self-sufficient as possible. Project Moving On CDT has been at the forefront of integrating evidence based practices into its service model. In addition to participating in a statewide Ways to Work Study from 2002-2004, PMO has been involved in two cognitive remediation studies. The cognitive remediation studies have explored the relationship of cognitive functions to positive work outcomes in schizophrenia. Responsibilities: Function as a member of an interdisciplinary team working to provide services to adult mentally ill consumers in a day treatment setting. The Art Therapist at PMO will provide the following: ? Conduct 12-14 art therapy/art studio/other groups weekly ? Manage a caseload of approximately 18-22 consumers ? Maintain documentation of services in client records ? Share responsibility of carrying on-call emergency cell phone with other staff on a rotating basis ? Develop and maintain collateral relationships with consumers? other providers and family as clinically indicated ? Participate in weekly administrative and clinical meetings Requirements: Masters Level degree in Art therapy/Creative Arts required. New graduates welcome. Fingerprinting and criminal background check required. Contact: Email or fax cover letter and resume to: Karen Sagor, LCSW Program Director Register to View Fax: Register to View EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Title: Certified Recreational Therapist Company: Genesis Health Care Location: Falmouth, ME Description: Interested candidates please call Elaine Farrell at Register to View Plan, implement and evaluate Recreational Therapy Services in accordance with a comprehensive assessment to meet the physical, mental, and psychosocial well being, as well as individualized needs and interests of patients.R 1. Provide clinical services including one to one treatments, group treatments (1:4 ratio), co-treatments with other disciplines and community outings.2. Obtain Physician Orders for recreational therapy services.3. Conduct assessments, interviews and chart reviews with patients and/or family members.4. Plan and development program and treatment sessions.5. Maintain documentation such as assessments, treatment/progress notes, MDS’s, RAPs, care plans, and daily participation logs.6. Implement treatment interventions based on patient’s assessed needs, abilities and impairments.7. Evaluate efficacy and effectiveness of treatment interventions in relation to patient progress.8. Comply with Federal and State regulations, as well as professional Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.9. Attend meetings as part of the interdisciplinary team.10. Provide consultation to the nursing staff regarding the provision of physical, cognitive, emotional/behavioral, leisure and social intervention to patients.11. Supervise Therapeutic Recreation Students and Interns.12. Assist in QI projects and program evaluations.13. Requisitions supplies and equipment as necessary.14. Cleans, maintains, identifies and reports the need for repair of equipment as necessary.15. Educate and advocate for Recreational Therapy and Therapeutic Recreation programs.16. Participates in ongoing professional develop opportunities in order to comply with current certification standards. JOB SKILLS:1. Must possess organizational and time management skills.2. Must have verbal and written communication skills.3. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, patients/residents, family members, visitors and government agencies/personnel and the general public.4. Ability to problem solve independently when circumstances warrant such action.5. Ability to work in collaboration with staff in all departments. 6. Must be able to read, write and understand the English language.PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES:1. The Recreational Therapist interacts with residents, families and visitors, center and Genesis subsidiary personnel.2. He or she carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required. 1. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, or Recreation with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation Therapy.2. Certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification, or eligible to take the exam.3. Maintain state credential, as applicable.

Job Title: Recreational Therapist Company: North Valley Solano County Psychiatric Health Facility Location: Fairfield, CA Description: Recreational Therapist North Valley – Solano County Psychiatric Health Facility is looking for Team Oriented candidates with current experience in a Mental Health, Acute/Sub-Acute settings for all shifts RT – Recreational Therapist P/T MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in recreation or recreation therapy Licensure: NA Knowledge of: Basic principles of individual and group behavior; general principles of psychology, sociology and social work. Knowledge of principles of recreation and adjunctive therapies and their application in the inpatient setting to restore, establish and maintain optimum levels of social, vocational and physical functioning and to minimize residual disabilities of patients. Ability to: Write clear and concise reports; reason logically and draw valid conclusions; establish and maintain client rapport on an individual basis; accept and utilize supervision and training in achieving agency goals; learn to develop and maintain the confidence and cooperation of patients; learn to recognize symptoms of mental or emotional disorders and substance abuse; analyze situations accurately and take appropriate action; understand and follow oral and written instructions; express ideas clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS Mobility: Occasional operation of computers, sitting for long periods of time; frequent walking, pushing/pulling and bending/squatting; Lifting: Ability to constantly lift 5 pounds or less and frequently up to 70+ pounds; Vision; Constant overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; Dexterity: Constant repetitive motion, writing, holding, reaching, grasping and writing; Hearing/Talking: Constant hearing normal speech, talking in person, talking on the telephone/radio; Emotional/Special Conditions: Constant decision making, public contact, concentration, working weekends/nights or overtime, exposure to trauma, grief and death. Environment conditions: Constant exposure to noise, dirt, dust, smoke, fumes, poor ventilation, cold, heat and hazardous materials; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Must possess valid Driver's License. Must pass pre-employment Drug Screening. Constant exposure to assaultive behavior. The Psychiatric Health Facility will perform a background investigation on prospective employees to include criminal background information from State and Federal information banks. We offer competitive wages and benefits packages. Applications/resumes to: Fax: Register to View Attn: HR Department or email to: nv- Register to View

Job Title: Recreation Therapist Company: Psychiatric Solutions Location: Portsmouth, VA Description: The Pines Residential Treatment Centers have been helping children and adolescents overcome a variety of difficulties in a therapeutic, safe and structured residential environment. We offer several distinct residential programs for youth ages 5 to 21 and have emerged as one of the largest and strongest treatment organizations for behaviorally disordered youth. Specifically, Licensed or license eligible Therapists are needed to work with adolescents at our Crawford Center Residential Treatment Facility located in downtown Portsmouth, VA. The Brighton Center service male adolescents ages 09 - 21 years. As a Therapist, you will facilitate individual, group, and family therapy focusing on decreasing aggression and improving impulse control and frustration tolerance within the resident's family and peer relationships. Critical to this position is coordination of the aftercare support services and providers for the residents. We offer a competitive benefit and compensation package and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Interested candidates should apply in confidence with a resume and cover letter including salary history.

Job Title: RECREATION THERAPIST I Company: County Of Los Angeles Location: Los Angeles, CA Description: Interviews and evaluates patients to assess their service needs and levels of functioning using techniques such as diagnostic tests, exercise, and other assessments; develops treatment plans and goals; determines the interventions or modalities by which these goals are to be achieved; participates as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team and provides therapy input to the overall treatment approach in general case conferences or meetings in which specific patient problems are discussed; communicates tests results and measurements to physicians, members of allied health disciplines, and patients' families; develops and modifies initial and subsequent treatment programs consistent with the changing needs of the patient; provides feedback to interdisciplinary team members on patient's response to treatment and recommends maintaining or changing treatment procedures accordingly; participates in and contributes to the planning of recreation therapy services and programs, and the development and evaluation of program goals, objectives, and outcome measures; coordinates patient treatment and results with other agencies and professionals such as physicians, nurses, social workers, rehabilitation and school personnel, and families to provide total care to the patient; provides referral services to patients regarding recreational resources within the organization as well as the community; conducts a variety of therapeutic recreational, social, and physical activities adaptive to and focusing on the restoration of physical, social, and mental capabilities, including the planning and coordinating of community integration programs.

Job Title: Music or Recreational Therapist Company: Location: Kansas City, KS Description: Permanent, fulltime recreational therapist needed. Degree in recreational or music therapy required. Salary up to $40,000. Please forward resume.

Job Title: RECREATIONAL THERAPIST (LIMITED DURATION) Company: Civil Service Office of Hillsborough Location: Clearwater, FL Description: MAJOR FUNCTION Performs duties planning, organizing, and directing therapeutic recreational activities for physically, psychologically, or acutely disabled individuals, senior citizens and other persons with special needs. MAJOR DUTIES Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below. Plans, organizes, and directs recreation programs and activities for the physical, temporary physical, psychological, acutely disabled individuals, and senior citizens. Contributes to and shares in staff conferences, staff development and inservice training programs, and other procedures designed to improve service to program participants. Assists in the preparation and implementation of educational programs for program participants and their families. May supervise employees and volunteers assigned to assist with the program. Maintains records of client care. Makes recommendations for the acquisition of recreational equipment and supplies. Assists in identifying special funding or grant programs and in completing the applications for such programs. Serves as liaison between the unit or program and other public and private agencies serving the program clients. Performs other related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES Considerable knowledge of the theories, techniques and practices of recreational therapy. Working knowledge of the principles and techniques of music, arts and crafts, drama, dance, and other recreational therapy areas. Working knowledge of applicable departmental and safety policies and procedures. Ability to plan and organize work. Ability to lift and carry weights up to 90 pounds. Ability to teach, coach and participate in a variety of sports, handicraft, and social recreational activities for the disabled. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program participants, co-workers and volunteers. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Note: Minimum Qualifications MUST be attained before the recruitment ending date. Graduation from an accredited four year degree granting college or university with a major in Therapeutic Recreation, Adaptive Physical Education, Recreation, Special Education, or a related field; andOne year of experience providing therapeutic recreation to special needs population.ORAn Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Therapeutic Recreation, Adaptive Physical Education, Recreation, Special Education, or a related field; andTwo years of experience providing therapeutic recreation to special needs population.ORGraduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate; andThree years of experience providing therapeutic recreation to special needs population. REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION AT TIME OF APPLICATION If you believe that you qualify for this position based upon education or training you have received, you will be required to provide a copy of your official college transcripts or copy of diploma from the accredited college/university, and/or a copy of a certificate indicating your successful completion of any required training, before your qualifications will be evaluated. Note: If you will be faxing copies to the Civil Service Office, please include your full name and last four digits of your social security number, and fax the required documents to (813) 272 - 5620. APPOINTING AUTHORITY MAY REQUIRE Possession of a valid Driver License. Possession of a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver License (CDL); and/or First-Aid and/or CPR Certification; and/or A high level skill in riding, care and control of horses. Possession of a Therapeutic Riding Instructor Certification within one year of initial hire date.

Job Title: Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Company: Location: Syracuse, NY Description: Our facility is currently looking for a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Responsibilities for this position will include planning and implementing activities for assigned residents; maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation; assist with resident outings; maintain monthly bulletins; and all other duties as assigned by the Director of Therapeutic Recreation. Submit your resume here or fax it to 703-1310.

Job Title: Weekend Recreation Therapist Company: Location: Wilmington, NC Description: Strategic Behavioral Center is currently searching for a Full Time Weekend Recreation Therapist to join our established team. The primary responsiblity will be to provide recreation therapy for adolescents with psychiatric and behavioral disorders. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, licensed professional preferred. . The ideal candidate must have good verbal and written communication skills, legible handwriting, and must be a team player with the ability to maintain information as highly confidential. If interested please visit www.Strategicbh.com for an application and submit it to Register to View or fax it to Human Resources at Register to View . We offer a stable work environment and a generous benefit package. EOE