ACTIVITY THERAPIST
About The Position
DOVER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SYSTEM is a 104-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in Dover, Delaware. We feature individual units for adolescents and adults and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. On average, over 10,000 patients receive care from our compassionate health care team each year. At Dover Behavioral Health System patient satisfaction is one of our top commitments. For three years in a row, Dover Behavioral Health System has placed in the Top 10 for highest patient satisfaction scores amongst UHS hospitals. In 2020, we placed 6th for highest patient satisfaction scores! Our high patient satisfaction is due to our dedicated and seasoned staff and our strong clinical programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Recreational Therapy or related field and working towards Recreational Therapy certification is required.
- Experience in clinical interviewing and knowledge of the concept and philosophy of Activity Therapy in the treatment process is required.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in a Recreational Therapy or related field preferred.
- One year experience in a psychiatric or substance abuse facility preferred
Responsibilities
- Develop and deliver therapeutic programs for patients and make treatment recommendations that are individualized to circumstances and needs of each patient in conjunction with interdisciplinary treatment team
- Maintain the clinical and administrative documentation associated with the therapeutic services provided
- Stay abreast of regulatory standards (including The Joint Commission) that involve recreational and activity therapies
- Effectively contribute to the discharge planning of patients
- Assist the Lead Activity Therapist in maintaining the Activity Therapy Department’s resources and equipment including the movie and book library; ensure rooms are properly supplied and maintain cleanliness
- Deliver and collect patient exit interviews and implement appropriate measures based on results
- Collaborate with clinical management on scheduling activity therapy sessions based on patient and hospital needs
- Will oversee and monitor Activity therapy patient care programs and treatment outcomes
- Provide individual and/or group evaluation in treatment sessions
- Identify, document, and report any and all instances of adult or child abuse and neglect to the appropriate parties including a member of management, the police, and state agencies
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
