RECREATION-ACTIVITY THERAPIST
About The Position
The Recreation-Activity Therapist involves adjunctive leadership of groups and activities across the spectrum of behavioral healthcare (Inpatient, Residential, Group Home), promoting mental health, wellness, recovery, and development of strengths. Adjunctive therapy is used alongside primary therapy to enhance its effectiveness and improve overall outcomes. Full-time, Tuesday through Saturday (Shift will include Weekdays, Evenings, and Weekends) Hill Crest Behavioral Health is an acute care, 194 bed inpatient psychiatric facility located in Birmingham, AL, providing mental health services for adolescents and adults. We do not treat medically compromised individuals beyond our scope of care. We currently treat: Acute Adults Acute Adolescents Forensic Adult Males Residential Males and Females What do our current Recreation-Activity Therapists value at UHS? An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as an Recreation Therapist is providing excellent support, security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for leadership development as a Recreation Therapist with UHS. Supportive and responsive leadership. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy, Exercise Sciences, Social Services, related area required.
- Minimum of (3) year’s recent recreation/ acitivity therapy expertise in an in-patient environment highly preferred
- Must complete and maintain training in CPR and Handle With Care Training
- Aggression management, crisis intervention, and restraint training.
- Training may be obtained during first week of employment during new hire orientation.
- MUST HAVE availability to attend an 8- business day Orientation from 8a-4p without interruptions.
Nice To Haves
- Master's Degree preferred.
- Current CTRS preferred
Responsibilities
- Recreation-Activity Therapist
- The Recreation-Activity Therapist involves adjunctive leadership of groups and activities across the spectrum of behavioral healthcare (Inpatient, Residential, Group Home), promoting mental health, wellness, recovery, and development of strengths.
- Adjunctive therapy is used alongside primary therapy to enhance its effectiveness and improve overall outcomes.
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!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
