Recreation Therapist

Novant Health • Wilmington, NC

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About The Position

The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist is responsible and accountable for the planning, directing and provision of assessment and of psycho-educational groups and therapeutic recreational activities to patients in accordance with the North Carolina Board of Therapeutic Recreation, physician's orders, and Novant Health -SP. Able to participate in process improvements, team meetings, and/or dept specific committee meetings.

Requirements

• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree, preferred.
• Graduate of NRPA/AALR accredited college or university with a Bachelor degree.
• New graduates after January 1, 2007 must hold National Certification (CTRS) and North Carolina State Licensure (LRT).
• Current practitioners must have the ability to obtain National Certification (CTRS) and North Carolina State Licensure (LRT) by January 1, 2008.
• One year clinical experience in Behavioral Health, preferred.
• NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units, required.

Nice To Haves

• One year experience of mental health/substance abuse background with a working knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis and therapeutic interventions with the mental health/substance abuse population.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct therapeutic recreational activities.
• Conduct assessments of patients.
• Maintain a caseload and document regarding caseload patients.
• Provide clinical services to a wide range of ages, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Keep accurate and appropriate records.
• Participate in process improvements and team meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees