RECREATION THERAPIST (CERTIFIED) - Full Time

UHS • Arlington, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Recreation/Activity Therapy Counselor is responsible for planning and implementing activity services for assigned program, which involves defining and implementing treatment goals as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and providing continuous patient care, observation, interaction, and role modeling to patients.
Must be available to attend the Full hospital and departmental orientations: Week 1: Monday -Friday; 8 AM - 5 PM

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Art, Music, or Recreation therapy, humanities, social work or related therapeutic discipline, or a Masters degree in Art Therapy, preferred.
• One (1) year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
• Certification or licensure by state and/or national governing body in of the following areas: art, recreation, or music therapy.
• Successful completion of CPR Certification and successful completion of CPI Behavior Training prior to beginning work.
• May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
• Current First Aid certifications.

Nice To Haves

• Masters degree in Art Therapy
• One (1) year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing activity services for assigned program
• Defining and implementing treatment goals as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team
• Providing continuous patient care, observation, interaction, and role modeling to patients

Benefits

• An environment that puts patient care first.
• Supportive and responsive leadership.
• Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career.
• There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees