Therapist, Activity

Schedule: Full-Time, Day-ShiftYour experience mattersCopper Springs-East is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Activity Therapist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.How you'll contributeAn Activity Therapist who excels in this role:Applies appropriate theory and standards for decision and actions regarding therapeutic practicesAssesses patient needs utilizing cultural, religious, and physical disabilities, in the determination of capabilities in groups and with specific activitiesDocuments the patient's response to interventions pertinent to patient treatment on daily/weekly progress status, as appropriateCompletes all assessments within the time frame allotted and contributes to assessment workload balance between therapistsFormulates the initial and subsequent treatment programs in accordance with the attending physician's/licensed practitioner's treatment ordersDevelops a plan of care with specific and measurable goals, objectives, and interventions defining actions unique to each patient's needsProvides therapy treatment procedures according to the treatments plan, communicate, and work with the patient to achieve the greatest benefit and resolutionMaintains constant communication with the treatment team, therapist, and physician/licensed practitioner when patient is not responding the treatmentsContributes to the effective functioning of the patient's programUnderstands the age differences and the corresponding developmental needsProvides activities suitable to the patient's needs and offers a variety of stimuli in accordance with the treatment planMaintains a quality program to satisfy the therapeutic needs of the patientOffers direction and education to maintain clear communication of expectationsProvides quality programming to support the objectives of the patient and their needsReassesses and updates treatment plan goals when there are significant changes in the patient's condition in compliance with facility policy or after patient's stay has exceeded 7 daysContributes to treatment planning with feedback to clinical and program staff to achieve therapeutic interventionsProvides directions to clinical and unit staff regarding activity related groupsProvides input into patient's AT goals to the treatment teams and records any treatment updates on the treatment update form in treatment team when applicableWhy join usWe believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.What we're looking forEducation: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute in Recreational Therapy (CTRS), Music Therapy (MT-BC), Art Therapy (ATR, ATR-BC,ATR-P LPAT), or similar field required.License: Current CTRS, Certified Music Therapist, or Certified Art Therapist license as required by state regulations.Certifications: CPR and De-escalation certification required or obtain within 30 days of hire.EEOC StatementCopper Springs East is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Copper Springs East is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.