PRN & Part-Time Recreational/Music Therapist /Art Therapist in Murfreesboro and Nashville, Tennessee Area

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Music Therapist /Art Therapist to join our team at TrustPoint Hospital in the Murfreesboro, TN (greater Nashville area).

Highly competitive pay for Part Time

As a Music Therapist / Art Therapist, you will play a vital role in improving the lives of individuals struggling with mental health challenges through the application of therapeutic recreational activities and programs. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to assess patient needs, develop treatment plans, and facilitate therapeutic interventions that promote wellness, personal growth, and overall mental well-being.

Personal Benefits to the Employee/Applicant:

Fulfilling Work: As a Recreational Therapist at a mental health hospital, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals struggling with mental health challenges. Helping patients improve their overall well-being and witnessing their progress can provide a deep sense of fulfillment and satisfaction.

Professional Growth: Working in a mental health hospital setting offers continuous opportunities for professional growth and development. You will have access to ongoing training, and workshops that will enhance your skills and expand your knowledge in the field of recreational therapy.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration: As part of a multidisciplinary treatment team, you will have the chance to collaborate with professionals from various disciplines, such as psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and nurses. This collaborative environment fosters learning, networking, and the exchange of ideas, contributing to your professional growth.

Diverse and Stimulating Work Environment: Each day as a Recreational Therapist will bring new challenges and opportunities to develop creative and engaging therapeutic programs. You will work with a diverse range of patients, each with their unique needs and goals, allowing you to continuously refine your skills and expand your expertise.

Responsibilities:

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s 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.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• 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.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• 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.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• recreation in similar healthcare setting: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CTRS (Required)

Work Location: In person