Recreation Therapist

The Expressive Therapist is responsible for developing and implementing various aspects of the expressive therapy program based upon each units needs and demographics. Follows and abides by company policies, procedures, and Corporate Compliance Program, as applicable to role and responsibilities.

This opportunity is a full-time, non-exempt position and offers full benefits.

Job Duties / Responsibilities :

• Develops and implements Recreation Therapy treatment plans in conjunction with and attends the interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Provides therapy consistent with level of growth, development, age, and functioning.
• Provides therapy consistent with overall treatment goals.
• Completes Recreation Therapy section of the treatment plan within 72 hours of admission for assigned patients.
• Completes progress notes for assigned patients.

Benefits Highlights

Qualifications

EDUCATION :

Required : Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy OR Master’s Degree in Art Education

Licensure / Certifications :

Required : Board Certification (MT-BC) OR eligibility to sit for national exam conducted through the Certification Board for Music Therapist (CBMT) licensure OR LPATA with supervision or LPAT / ATR-BC required.

BLS Certification - offered upon hire

Crisis Intervention Certification – offered upon hire

EXPERIENCE :

Previous mental health experience preferred.

Inpatient experience preferred.