Inpatient Unit Recreation Specialist

Kitsap Mental Health Services•Bremerton, WA

1d•$25 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) is seeking a Recreational Therapist to support individuals receiving care in our Adult and Youth Inpatient Units. This role uses recreational therapy to help clients build skills, strengthen social connections, and support progress toward treatment goals. You'll be part of a team focused on creating a safe and therapeutic environment for recovery. If you enjoy helping people grow through meaningful activities and skill development, we welcome your application.

Requirements

Entry-Level: Associates Degree in Human Services, Psychology or related field.
Entry-Level: Minimum of three years of job-related experience.
Entry-Level: Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration (can be obtained after hire).
Advanced-Level: Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy.
Advanced-Level: Minimum of two years of job-related experience.
Advanced-Level: Certified as a Recreation Therapist (CTRS), WA State Registered Recreation Therapist, Agency Affiliated Counselor Registration (can be obtained after hire).

Nice To Haves

Experience working in residential or inpatient treatment setting.
Experience with new program development and implementation.

Responsibilities

Assesses, plans, administers, evaluates and provides safe therapeutic recreation therapy for the clients on the Youth Inpatient Unit
Attends and participates in treatment team meetings, case consultations, and training sessions.
Instructs, assists, and provides skill development and overall supervision to clients regarding daily living activities, life skills, social skills, vocational skills, and leisure/recreation skills and activities.
Initiates services to the clients through implementation of a therapeutic recreation activity.
Plans and leads educational and information groups for residents.
Ensures the care, safety, and supervision of clients.
Documents the provision of care and the clinical and behavioral observations of residents in the progress notes.