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Perimeter Behavioral of Dallas is one of the premier behavioral health hospitals providing inpatient psychiatric treatment for children and teenagers, as well as senior adults. We are located on 22 acres outside of the metroplex in Garland, Texas. We offer relaxed, serene, and empowered surroundings to our patients. We strive to build a fully integrated, effective behavioral health care system.
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Dallas, Texas is conveniently located in Garland, Texas and has a beautiful facility with great staff. We provide quality care to children and adolescents in the surrounding area for behavioral health and mental health needs.
We are excited to announce that we are seeking a Recreational Therapist to join our family of caring professionals at Perimeter Behavioral of Dallas! If you are a Licensed Recreational Therapist who is seeking to be a part of a professional team to assist in transforming the lives of our patients, then you should apply today.
The Recreational Therapist responsibilities include the following:
Recreational Therapist will be responsible for knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psychological, educational, safety and related criteria for the pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric population.
Qualified candidates should have the following:
Perimeter Healthcare is one of the leading mental and behavioral health care providers in the country. We deliver hope to our patients through the delivery of comprehensive and dedicated treatment programs. Our focus and commitment on service excellence is available across several states and different care settings. Our team ensures you receive the required care that you or your loved one needs. We offer several settings for our patients including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers as well as outpatient counseling and therapies.
EEO
We are committed to providing an environment of diversity and inclusion where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and fellow employees. Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer regarding all recruitment, training, and selection process within the company regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local.
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Dallas, Texas is conveniently located in Garland, Texas and has a beautiful facility with great staff. We provide quality care to children and adolescents in the surrounding area for behavioral health and mental health needs.
We are excited to announce that we are seeking a Recreational Therapist to join our family of caring professionals at Perimeter Behavioral of Dallas! If you are a Licensed Recreational Therapist who is seeking to be a part of a professional team to assist in transforming the lives of our patients, then you should apply today.
The Recreational Therapist responsibilities include the following:
Recreational Therapist will be responsible for knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psychological, educational, safety and related criteria for the pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric population.
- Plan and administer therapeutic recreational activities reflecting special considerations for the following age categories: Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric.
- Complete Activity/Recreational Therapy Assessments
- Organize, conduct, and supervise recreational therapy activities which promote social interaction, personality adjustments, and character development, such as adapted sports, dramatics, social activities, arts, and crafts.
- Regulate content of program in accordance with patient’s capabilities, needs, and interests.
- Documentation of group sessions.
- Assist in developing, implementing, and managing new services and programs and integrates with existing services and programs.
- Define and implement treatment goals as part of the interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Plan and assist with programming outside of normal group hours for special events.
- Maintain and order appropriate materials and supplies for interventions.
Qualified candidates should have the following:
- Valid License/Certification: Certified Recreation Therapist
- CPR/HWC Training Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in occupational, art, music or recreation therapy, humanities, social work or related therapeutic discipline or Master’s degree in Recreational therapy preferred.
- Qualified applicants also have a basic understanding of DSM V diagnostic criteria and a basic understanding of medical and psychiatric diagnoses and conditions.
- one year experience and knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
Perimeter Healthcare is one of the leading mental and behavioral health care providers in the country. We deliver hope to our patients through the delivery of comprehensive and dedicated treatment programs. Our focus and commitment on service excellence is available across several states and different care settings. Our team ensures you receive the required care that you or your loved one needs. We offer several settings for our patients including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers as well as outpatient counseling and therapies.
EEO
We are committed to providing an environment of diversity and inclusion where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and fellow employees. Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer regarding all recruitment, training, and selection process within the company regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local.
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