Recreation Therapist

About us

We provide excellent mental healthcare that instills hope, inspires recovery and improves overall well-being for Kentuckians.

Our work environment includes:

• Diversity
• Innovation
• Respect
• Compassion
• Teamwork

ESH Recreation Therapist plans, implements, coordinates, and participates in the conducting of therapeutic recreational activities for patients. Therapists are responsible for providing a therapeutic program of recreational activities for the purpose of improving patients physical, social, and emotional well-being. Therapists conduct assessments, make treatment recommendations specific to the discipline and patient needs, and communicates this information to appropriate team members. Therapists function as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team managing delegated aspects of clinical patient issues. Patient responses and progress are communicated via written documentation, in staff meetings, and family meetings.

Plans, organizes and conducts therapeutic recreation programs and activities. Conducts treatment oriented groups and coordinates environmental support activities within a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program. Assists in overall program development. Keeps daily attendance and participation records. Conducts basic assessment of patient needs, develops treatment plans to meet same and documents patient behavior and treatment outcomes in the medical record. Recommends needed purchases for the department and maintains supplies and equipment. Attends treatment team meetings and provides information concerning patient involvement and programming. Attends departmental and other meetings and training sessions. Participates in the MDS process by provision of needed information for activities to MDS coordinator. Assesses the client's leisure and activity needs and strengths, suggesting modifications to the treatment plan. Plans and supervises therapeutic and recreational activities which meet the individual developmental needs, interests, and abilities of each patient across the adult lifespan. Utilizes effective communication skills when leading groups, and when interacting with patients and families. Ensures each client's rights to confidentiality, dignity, and respect. All interpersonal relationships reflect respect, concern, and courtesy for others. Elicits participation of the client in establishing and accomplishing their expected patient outcomes especially related to recreational and leisure activities. Utilizes preventive, supportive, and restorative measures to promote comfort and optimum physiological and psychological well-being, considering the age, diagnosis, and condition of the patient. Recreation therapist supervises therapeutic recreation students, they plan monthly outings, plan monthly parties, conduct 1:1 therapeutic interventions with patients.

Evaluates and documents the effectiveness of the care he/she provides and revises the plan of care accordingly. Accepts individual accountability and responsibility for interventions and their results. Documents client progress toward meeting expected patient outcomes and participates in discharge planning.

Develops and continuously works to improve group programming for the Activity Department and Recreational Activity groups. Will carry out activities program in the long-term care unit. Assists clients in developing and interest in positive leisure activities to continue after discharge. Assists in requesting and maintaining recreational equipment and supplies used in the program. Maintains patient areas and program work spaces in a clean, neat and orderly manner. Ensures all equipment and supplies are utilized in a proper and safe manner; broken and faulty equipment is reported to appropriate persons. Cost awareness, concern for containment, and conservation of resources are reflected in client care activities. Leads/co-leads group therapy sessions to meet the needs of a diverse population, including substance dependent patients.

Functions as a part of the IDT/recovery team and maintains an integrated services system that focuses on patient recovery, collaborates with other disciplines, departments, and treatment teams, and ensures a collaborative approach to patient care. Work directly with clinical and non-clinical staff in resolving patient problems and service issues. Ensure high level of satisfaction from patients related to services. Facilitate communication of the philosophy of a customer-focused environment and the expectation of service excellence. Participates in goal of restraint-free patient environment. Identifies and communicates opportunities for improvement. Maintains Professional and Technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing professional networks; participating in professional societies; maintaining professional certifications and licenses; completing required annual training within established timeframes. Work hours may vary. Other related duties, as assigned.

Exhibits personal engagement in Patient and Employee Satisfaction initiatives. Has current understanding of Patient and Employee Satisfaction Scores and goals in work area. Understands 'hot' comments, takes ownership for comments as applicable, initiates self and team improvement plans. Fosters and models interdisciplinary team collaboration to achieve desired clinical outcomes and improve culture. Expresses and demonstrates willingness to assist team and other departments during increased capacity by being flexible with schedule and willing to work in other areas.

Partners and collaborates with management and others to ensure compliance with Federal, state, local rules, regulations laws, etc.; Hospital Policies, Procedures, etc.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation required. Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) is required within 6 months of employment. The employee shall become familiar with HIPAA regulations and do their utmost to protect all protected health information (PHI) and other personal or sensitive information within their trust in the course of state business by applying appropriate safeguards and sharing only the information required to deliver agency services. Any personal or sensitive information overheard or seen by the employee will be kept confidential by not sharing it with others, on or off the work-site grounds. Fully participate in all activities regarding the elimination of the use of seclusion and restraints in patient care including educational requirements, competency development activities, and meeting established performance goals and measures. Must have computer competency in approved systems. Must have excellent customer service skills.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day shift

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $30.09 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person