Recreational Therapist

HealthSource Saginaw (HSS) is looking for a Recreational Therapist for our Behavioral Medicine Center who is passionate about the work they do and who enjoy working in a fast paced, patient centered environment. You will be challenged by the dynamic environment, where you will work as a pivotal member of the staff, to exceed company goals and foster teamwork. If you want to play an integral role in providing care and support to patients, then consider working for us. As an HSS employee, you will become part of our team of outstanding people working together to improve the physical and emotional health of the lives we touch each and every day.

Pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check required. HealthSource Saginaw is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer for all including Women, Minorities, Veterans and Individuals with disabilities.

• Minimum education/training requirement is a Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation field; CTRS required.
• At least one year of experience in an Activity Therapy field preferred (music, art, recreation, fitness), preferably in a facility setting.

Performs a wide range of patient care activities in a behavioral care setting including but not limited to:

• Develops therapeutic recreation activities program consistent with the planning process.
• Assesses patient's physical, social and emotional needs within 72 hours of admission.
• Conducts assessment through patient interview and observations.
• Identifies individual problem areas.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient need.
• Establishes a schedule of therapeutic recreation activities for all patients as required.
• Participates in staff and team meetings.
• Utilizes creative, recreational and occupational therapies.
• Organizes, plans and implements therapy activities.
• Monitoring, planning and implementing patient transportation as needed for out trips.
• Maintains community contacts for the purpose of referral development.