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