Recreational Therapist - FT

Find your calling at Mercy!The Recreational Therapist works under the supervision of the Manager, Administrative Supervisor and/or Director of Behavioral Services, and plans, organizes and directs activities and programs for psychiatric patients designed to improve their physical, mental, social and emotional well-being.Position Details:LocationMercy Hospital Stoddard1200 North 1 Mile RdDexter, MO 63841Hours/ScheduleFull-Time (40-hrs per week)Department/Shift:Therapy/Full-TimeEducation: Bachelors degree in Recreation Therapy required.Licensure:Experience: Less than one year.Certifications: Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. SAFE Level 2 within 6 Months Of Hire.Other: Excellent interpersonal, analytical and organizational skills are required in order to evaluate patient conditions, design therapy plans and assess patient progress.Preferred Education:Preferred Licensure:Preferred Experience: One to two years.Preferred Certifications:Preferred Other:Why Mercy?From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.keyword(s): Recreational Therapist