Location: Battle Creek,MI, USA
Description
The Essential Job Functions Include:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
+ Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patients needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
+ Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facility patient progress with treatment goals.
+ Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness.
+ Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.
+ Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such are sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.
+ Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and helps the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.
+ Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings.
+ Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.
+ Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
+ Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
+ Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
+ Masters degree preferred.
+ Three or more years experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required.
+ Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
+ Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in the process of obtaining national certification; OR certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in expressive therapy area required.
+ CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire as part of new hire orientation).
In Addition to working for a premier treatment center with competitive pay, our employees enjoy these other great benefits:
+ Three medical plan levels, dental and vision insurance.
+ HSA with Company contribution
+ FSA, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
+ Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance
+ Short Term and Long-Term Insurance
+ 401k with Company match
+ EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
+ Employee Discount Program
Qualifications
Education
Preferred
+ Masters or better
Experience
Preferred
+ 3 or more years