Activity Therapist (Full Time) - CTRS, Art Therapy, Music Therapy, OT, or PT

UHS • Orlando, FL

57d • Onsite

About The Position

The Activity Therapist conducts the activities of activity therapy in order to improve functioning and independence and to provide activity resources and opportunities for all patients with a focus on improving health and well-being.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Art Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Therapy, Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy
• Two (2) years’ experience providing Activity Therapy. Prefer minimum of two (2) years in a psychiatric setting with children, adolescents and adult population preferred
• Registered Art Therapist, Certified Music Therapist, Registered Occupational Therapist, Registered Physical Therapist or Certified Recreation Therapist Credential required
• Working knowledge of activity therapy programming. Effective oral and written communication skills. Therapeutic Boundaries, Search and Contraband, Risk Management, Infection Control, Common Psychiatric Diagnoses, Fire Safety. Behavioral Management.
• Effective Oral and Written Communication Skills
• Must be available to attend the full hospital and departmental orientations: Week 1: M-F 8 AM - 5 PM

Responsibilities

• Conducting an activity assessment on patients
• Conducting therapeutic activity groups
• Maintaining the health and safety of patients
• Completing and documenting evaluations of progress and participating in treatment team

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees