Behavioral Health Recreational Therapist

Summary

Job Description:

• Job Title: Recreational Therapist
• FULL TIME - DAYS
• 5, 8-hour shifts per week M-F from 8A-430P

The Recreational Therapist provides recreational therapeutic activities to patients admitted to the inpatient unit at Baptist Health Richmond. The recreational therapist works with patients who are facing mental health, substance use disorders and dual diagnoses to set goals and improve activity of daily living.  The recreational therapist assists patients in participating in activities aimed to improve physical, mental, emotional, and behavioral health through creative techniques, practices and outlets.

The recreational therapist engages with patients both individually and leads group settings.  Participates in treatment team staffing and collaborates with treatment team as needed.  The recreational therapist can provide activities to patients receiving hospital-based services throughout the behavioral health service line.

Job Description:

Creates individual and group recreational goals and activities for patients.

Leads individual and group sessions through creative activities and techniques.

Collaborates with treatment team and healthcare professionals as needed.

Plans, organizes and oversees all recreational events and activities.

Maintains appropriate treatment plans, progress notes and documentation.

Educates patients on recreational resources in their community for discharge planning.

Maintain ethical licensure and professionalism.

Maintains accountability and responsibility for tasks.

Acts as an advisor and resource to fellow staff members

Maintains professionalism, participates in meetings, staffing and committees as requested

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor in Recreation Management, Therapeutic Recreation or related field.  (Master’s Degree Preferred).
• Must maintain certification and credentials as appropriate.
• Minimum Experience Required: 1 year
• Crisis intervention Certifications and de-escalation and annual trainings as assigned.
• Preferable to have experience working in mental health or acute healthcare setting.  Knowledge of the various therapeutic activities, creative modalities, local events and community resources.  The ability to communicate in a clear and professional manner with treatment team members including physician, NP, PA, RN, and others as necessary.  The ability to navigate and document within the EMR.