Recreational Therapist

CoxHealth, a leading Magnet designated healthcare system serving 25 counties in Missouri. CoxHealth is consistently nominated as a best place to work. For 2023, CoxHealth has received the following recognitions:

Best in Class Work Environment

5x Modern Healthcare Best Places to workAmerica's Greatest Workplaces 2023 - NewsweekBest Employers for New Grads 2023- ForbesGreatest Workplace for Women 2023 - Newsweek

Benefits

Robust, fully customizable benefits package including Medical/Vision/Dental and more!No cost eCare visitsEmployer-provided mental health services for employees and eligible family membersRetirement with employer match up to 5%Tuition discounts and reimbursement available for continuing your educationFree and convenient parkingCoxHealth Fitness Center and Child Care discountsOnsite delivery for CoxHealth Pharmacies and 1906 Employee Store

Job Summary

Provides supportive advocacy to patients and their families as part of an interdisciplinary health care team to overcome barriers to progression-of-care and facilitate a safe and coordinated discharge to the community.

Job Requirements

Education

Required: Bachelor's Degree in Recreation with emphasis in therapeutic recreation or a related field, such as Music Therapy, Art Therapy, or Creative Arts Therapy.

Experience

Previous experience in mental health or age specific population preferred

Skills

Good communication skills - Ability to communicate effectively in written format and/or oral presentationsStrong analytical & problem solving skills; semi-independent in decision makingAbility to maintain organization in a changing environmentExhibit initiative, responsibility & flexibilityMust be able to initiate and understand research related to projectsLearn and appropriately utilize all required computer applications, including but not limited to E-mail, Windows-based or Microsoft programsAbility to write effective documentation for processes and procedures.Ability to make routine decisions in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.Appropriate assessment skills

Licensure/Certification/Registration

Required: Must obtain BLS within 90 days of hireRequired: Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist (CTRS) or related field such as Music Therapy (MT-BC), Art Therapy (ATR-BC), within 2 years of hire