RECREATION THERAPIST

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Greenville is currently accepting resumes for a Recreational Therapist/CTRS. At Freedom, we put patient care first in all we do, and our people make that possible. We know that your best work happens when you live your best life and share your unique talents. If fulfilling your career potential in an environment where you know you have made a difference in the lives of others sounds appealing, this is the job for you. This non-exempt, position will report to the Director of Clinical Social Services and will provide oversight for medically-approved activities for the patients within the facility. Activities may include leisure skills, social activities, physical/exercise, cognitive challenges and arts and crafts. The Activities Coordinator provides support to the clinical department through teamwork and input into the patient's overall psychosocial needs. Duties include: Be responsible for providing a full range of recreation therapy services including assessment, treatment planning and therapeutic interventions in a manner consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards Provide recreation therapy services both independently and in conjunction with the interdisciplinary team Assisting in scheduling activities Participating and observing patients during activities Tracking progress and recording goals Consulting with residents Meet with individual and family at least two times a month for family sessions Meet with individual and psychiatrist monthly for drug management as needed Keep meticulous notes for each therapy session, whether individual or group Documents group participation, according to documentation requirements Requirements: 4-year degree with focus in Recreational Therapy or 4-year degree with CRTS certification License: CRTS certification through an approved certification program designed to train the components of Activity Therapy duties licenses by State. Qualified applicants also have a basic understanding of DSM V diagnostic criteria and a basic understanding of medical and psychiatric diagnoses and conditions. Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Greenville provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to Federal law requirements, FBHCA complies with appliable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities.