ET Therapist

Summary :

Develops, plans, implements, facilitates, directs and evaluates experiential therapy programming in all specialized treatment areas. Knowledge and experience are applied in an educational role with interdisciplinary staff and community resources. Documents within designated program. Is knowledgeable, skillful and have abilities in a wide variety of experiential media. The Experiential Therapist I will have a working knowledge of a psychosocial functioning of patient / resident groups as well as application of expressive activities within a psychiatric setting. These include, but are not limited to, adventure-based and environmental activities, sports, dance, group initiatives, arts / crafts, music, outdoor activities, art media, psychodrama, horticulture, ropes and challenge course.

Job Duties & Responsibilities :

Conduct self in a professional manner.

• Promote positive, team-oriented approach to patient / resident care. Maintain a supportive and collaborative environment with all disciplines.
• Display leadership and positive role-modeling.
• Display professionalism in all aspects of the position.
• Demonstrate a courteous and respectful demeanor. Attempt to resolve individual issues in a positive, calm manner with a focus on solution.
• Identify concerns and provide input for resolution.
• Comply with Rogers Memorial Hospital policies and procedures - Infection Control, Safety and Employee Health, Human Resources and Experiential Therapy.
• Participates in training new employees as directed by the leader.

Participate in the Rogers Improvement System (OS).

Demonstrate an understanding of Joint Commission and other regulatory agency compliance guidelines.

Programming.

Documentation / Treatment.

Patient / resident knowledge.

Staff requirements.

Additional Job Description :

Physical / Mental Demands :

Education / Training Requirements :

Art Credential - Cert, Art Therapist Registered - Cert, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Spec - Cert, Dance Therapist - Cert, Music Therapist - Cert

With a career at Rogers, you can look forward to a Total Rewards package of benefits, including :

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