Certified Recreational Therapist

at Sevita in Scarborough, Maine, United States

NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges. In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans.

Therapeutic Certified Recreational Therapist for our Clinic focusing on participants with TBI .

Do you have experience in Recreational Therapy and are looking for rewarding work in an organization dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of others? Bring your commitment and clinical skills to a team-based workplace that puts people first.

+ Provide therapeutic recreation-based treatment program opportunities, including individual and group therapy, in a safe, effective manner to all program participants.

+ Complete assessment/evaluation in the areas of Recreational Therapy upon admission for all program participants.

+ Work directly with paraprofessional staff to facilitate training and program participant growth in the areas of Recreational Therapy.

+ Assist in the development of the rehabilitation plan of care to meet the needs of each program participant.

+ Communicate with the program participant, family, and funders as needed regarding participant status and need of services.

+ Remain current and compliant with federal, state, and accrediting body regulations and standards.

+ Adhere to work practices consistent with Mentor mission, policies, and procedures.

+ Adhere to code of ethics, standards of practice, and continuing education requirements of the American Therapeutic Recreation Association ( ATRA ).

+ Procure and maintain all recreational equipment to assure safe and appropriate use by program participants and staff.

+ Advocate and educate staff, program participants, and families in the areas of recreational therapy and therapeutic recreation.

+ Maintain best practice methods through continued education coursework.

Qualifications:

+ Bachelors Degree in Recreational Therapy.

+ Two years of experience in a rehabilitation environment and/or work with persons with neurological and developmental deficits.

+ Certification of CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist).

+ Knowledge of rehabilitative techniques relative to recreation for persons with diverse neurological impairment.