Recreational Therapist- CONTINGENT- Rochester

  • Henry Ford Hospital
  • Rochester, Michigan
  • Full Time

Department: Behavioral Health @ Henry Ford Rochester Hospital- Contingent- Rotating shifts with rotating weekends; 8 hour shifts

GENERAL SUMMARY

Develops and implements activity therapy treatment plans.

Responsibilities:

  • Conducts patient assessments and establishes recreational/leisure therapy treatment goals.
  • Evaluates each patient's progress and the effectiveness of recreational/leisure therapy interventions.
  • Coordinates therapeutic recreational/leisure activities for both large and small groups. Observes patient response and encourages socialization.
  • Provides patient with information regarding resources and therapeutic recreational/leisure activities in the community.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association
  • Therapist specializing in Recreation credentialed from the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification preferred.
  • Associates or higher in Recreational Therapy
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Excellent computer skills
  • Previous experience with Behavioral Health populations

Education:

  • Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. No additional preferences.

Additional Information

  • Organization: Henry Ford Rochester Hospital
  • Department: Behavioral Hlth Hosp Admin 001
  • Shift: Day Job
  • Union Code: Not Applicable
Job ID: 484407574
Originally Posted on: 7/8/2025

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