PRN Weekend Recreational Therapist

PRN Weekend Recreational Therapist

Job Summary:

As a PRN Weekend Recreational Therapist with Progressive PHP of Seaside Health System, you will play a vital role in providing recreational therapy services to our patients on a weekend basis. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional care and creating a supportive environment for our patients to achieve their goals. This is a per-diem position, with flexibility to work weekends, Saturday and Sunday.

Responsibilities:

• Provide patient care through recreational therapy and leisure services, including daytime, evening, indoor, outdoor, and holiday events

• Conduct patient assessments to determine level of functioning, leisure independence, and recreational interests

• Organize and implement regular group activities to facilitate social integration and leisure time activities

• Document patient's course in treatment, progress, and response to treatment

• Participate as an active member of the inter-disciplinary treatment team in patient care conferences, charting, and informal updates

• Maintain current certification in CPR and CPI

• Assist in coordination of the operation of the Recreational Therapy department of the facility

• Supervise and orient Therapeutic Recreational intern students when needed

• Collect, analyze, and present quality assurance data for the activity department

Requirements:

• High School Graduate / Equivalent

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation from an accredited college/university

• Must possess good verbal and written communication skills

• Must be computer literate

• Must be willing to help others, take directions well, and accept constructive criticism

• Occasional transportation of patients to afternoon outings in company vehicle

Essential Job Duties: (Percentage of Time)

• Provides patient care through recreational therapy and leisure services (40%)

• Provides treatment planning and documentation of care (30%)

• Maintains an appropriate level of psychiatric theories and practices (10%)

• Assists in coordination of the operation of the Recreational Therapy department of the facility (15%)

• Other duties as assigned/required (5%)

Guidance Requirement: Direct supervision given with specific/detailed instructions provided.

Physical Effort Requirement: Frequent/strenuous physical effort (e.g., lifting, moving heavy objects, etc.)

If you are a motivated and compassionate individual with a passion for recreational therapy, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity. Apply today to join our dynamic team!