Recreation Therapist

Now Hiring: Recreation Therapist

Location: Woodridge Interventions,2221 64th St., Woodridge, IL 60517

Salary Range: $23.00 - $24.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Required certification or license: Recreation Therapist

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible to conduct recreation therapy activities at the treatment site. Schedule operations of art sessions, sports, team building activities, leisure education, milieu observation, physical fitness programming.  Assists coordination of all volunteer based recreational activities.  Participate in all clinical staff and departmental meetings relevant to recreational therapy services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Assists and co-lead recreational activities to include:  Art sessions, team sports, leisure education, team building, and physical fitness.
• Attends staffing's, treatment team meetings, and management team meetings.
• Assist in coordinating all volunteer-based recreational activities.
• Identifies potential conflicts in client interaction and make recommendations for crisis intervention.
• Monitors client behavior in the milieu to promote safety and enhance personal growth.
• Documents client participation with clinical appropriate methods.
• Monitors and evaluates physical fitness programming in order to facilitate physical  health.
• Develops and maintains appropriate professional boundaries between self, staff and all other professionals.
• Adheres to confidentiality requirements.
• Attends mandatory in services.
• Knowledge of the procedures to follow in the event of an incident.
• Knowledge of job responsibility in an emergency.
• Knowledge of responsibility regarding actions to minimize, eliminate, and report risks.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree in Recreation Therapy.
• Certification as a Recreation Therapy Specialist
• One (1) year of professional work experience.
• At least twenty-one (21) years of age.

OTHER HIRING REQUIREMENTS:

•  At least 21 years of age.
• Have a Valid driver’s license.
• Pass a Physical exam including TB and drug testing.
• Criminal clearances are required through State Police, FBI, and Child Abuse checks.
• Successful completion of all background and pre-employment checks.

Join Our Team and Together, we'll continue BUILDING BETTER FUTURES!

Benefits & Perks: We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you – both at home and at work.

• Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Life Assistance Program (LAP)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holidays * Paid Training
• Advancement Opportunities

Who We Are:

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.

Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

• At Abraxas, we celebrate the richness of our diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
• As we work to make a difference in people’s lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those we serve and our employees.
• As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
• Whether you’re looking to begin a rewarding career or you’re a seasoned professional wanting a new challenge, we have a place for you and opportunities for development at all levels.
• At Abraxas, everything we do centers around people. That is why we are committed to providing you with competitive pay and comprehensive benefit options that help make your life easier and healthier, with a focus on providing choice when it comes to physical, emotional and financial wellness. Our benefit options meet you where you are in your life and set you up for success both in and outside of work.
• If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others, come join us!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Abraxas Youth & Family Services, an affiliate of Apis Services Inc., offers a rewarding career for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of others. Abraxas is a great place to start your career whether you have a high school diploma or GED, military experience, some college, or a bachelor or advanced degree. If you are interested in counseling, juvenile justice, psychology, social work, teaching or just want to make a difference, we have a career path for you.

We are Hiring and We Want You on Our Team!

About Company:

Apis Services, Inc. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Inperium, Inc.) provides a progressive platform for delivering Shared Services to Inperium and its Constellation of affiliate companies. Allowing these entities to advance their mission and vision. By exploring geographical program expansion and focusing on quality outcome measures to create cost savings that result in reinvestment into the organizations stakeholders through capacity creation and employee compensation betterment. 

Apis Services, Inc. and affiliate’s provide equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment in compliance with all federal and all applicable state and local laws and regulations, including nondiscrimination in hiring and employment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy/childbirth, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunities extends to every phase and aspect of hiring and employment.