Certified Recreational Therapist
Ascension•Chicago, IL
•$28 - $41•Onsite
About The Position
Ascension Saint Joseph Hospital is seeking a Certified Recreational Therapist for their Adult Inpatient Units in Chicago, IL. This PRN position operates on a day shift schedule, typically Sunday through Thursday. The role involves conducting patient assessments, establishing treatment goals, evaluating patient progress, coordinating therapeutic activities, and providing patients with information on community resources.
Requirements
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Therapist specializing in Recreation credentialed from the National Council for TherapeuticRecreation Certification preferred.
- Therapeutic Recreation Certification required
Responsibilities
- Conduct patient assessments and establish recreational/leisure therapy treatment goals.
- Evaluate each patient's progress and the effectiveness of recreational/leisure therapy interventions.
- Coordinate therapeutic recreational/leisure activities for both large and small groups.
- Provide the patient with information regarding resources and therapeutic recreational/leisure activities in the community.
Benefits
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
