Recreation Therapist

The candidate selected for this Recreation Therapist position will provide recreation programs to patients on the Nursing Psychiatry Unit. Working within a multi-disciplinary treatment team, responsibilities include: maintaining structured, daily ...
Syracuse
Allied Health
Full-time
Opening on: Mar 11 2024
Nursing-4B-Psychiatry
State of New York
TH Recreational Therapy Associate, NSSL2
73832
UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
Job Summary: The candidate selected for this Recreation Therapist position will provide recreation programs to patients on the Nursing Psychiatry Unit. Working within a multi-disciplinary treatment team, responsibilities include: maintaining structured, daily programs and group therapies; monitor and report patient participation and progress; organize monthly activity plans, and participate in treatment planning meetings. Provide education and training to Mental Health Workers for activity plans, and participate in treatment planning meetings. Provide education and training to Mental Health Workers for group therapy and recreational therapy. Excellent communication skills, critical thinking and crisis management skills are necessary. Minimum Qualifications: Possession of Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy or a related field and one year of professional recreation experience in a therapeutic, instructional or rehabilitation setting. Certified Therapeutic Rec Specialist (issued by NCTRC) required. Preferred Qualifications:
Work Days:
Days, every other weekend/holidays.
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