PSYCHIATRIC REHABILITATION THERAPIST

Blanchard Valley Health System • Findlay, OH

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About The Position

The Psychiatric Rehabilitation Therapist at Blanchard Valley Hospital provides structured activities designed to help patients develop or maintain functional living skills, including physical, social, and creative skills. This is achieved through participation in activities of daily living, vocational, recreational, social, expressive, or other activities aimed at promoting patient recovery, resiliency, and independence. The therapist plans and implements both 1:1 and group recreational activities for psychiatric patients and is responsible for maintaining the department in a neat and organized condition. The role involves moderate exposure to universal precautions and assisting patients with mental impairments or psychological illnesses. The therapist is trained to administer therapy and provide counseling services, including behavioral management and physical activities for patients.

Requirements

• State licensed or certified as a Rehabilitation Therapist (Occupational Therapist, Recreational Therapist, or Expressive Therapist).
• Occupational Therapists must be licensed by the Ohio OTPTAT Board.
• Recreational Therapists must be certified or registered by the Ohio Recreational Therapy Registration Board, National Council for Therapeutic Recreation, or another recognized state or national body.
• Expressive Therapists must be certified or registered by the National Expressive Therapist Association, National Association of Music Therapy, American Association of Music Therapy, American Arts Therapy Association, or American Dance Therapy Association.
• BLS certification within 5 weeks of hire.
• Flexibility with schedule to change at short notice.
• Availability on weekends and holidays as needed.
• Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served.
• Knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient status.

Responsibilities

• Implements patient care plan as assigned by the Clinical Manager, and reports on patient condition, reactions, and response to treatment.
• Implements patient care plans to patients in Orchard Hall, and facilitates open communication between patient, staff, and physicians to ensure continuity of care, and discharge planning.
• Ensures understanding from the patient, family, referring doctor and other professionals regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates therapeutic occupational therapy programs and services in Orchard Hall.
• Accurately maintains records of work performed to ensure proper documentation, billing, and hours worked in compliance with organizational, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintains equipment and supplies used as part of the therapeutic process.
• Practices safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Continues professional growth by attending educational meetings, workshops, visiting related facilities, and reading professional literature to ensure compliance with regulating occupational therapy board, and state licensure requirements.
• Participates in 4 activities per year within the community that promotes the rehabilitation department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree