RECREATION THERAPIST (LICENSED)
About The Position
Meridell Achievement Center is a 132-bed, seclusion-free, psychiatric residential treatment facility located northwest of Austin. The 60-acre campus features mature oaks, rolling hills, walking paths, and outdoor spaces, along with 7 unique living units, a swimming pool, gymnasium, sports court, and playing fields. The center provides 24-hour psychiatric care to girls and boys aged 10 to 17 years old, utilizing customized therapeutic approaches and intensive behavioral programs to help patients moderate behavior, manage emotions, and improve social functioning. As a Recreation Therapist, you will be an integral part of a dynamic and compassionate treatment team, dedicated to providing exceptional care to children and adolescents facing emotional, behavioral, and neurobehavioral challenges. Your role will involve developing and implementing individualized therapeutic plans and collaborating closely with patients and families to achieve positive outcomes. Meridell Achievement Center is a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. UHS is a Fortune 500® corporation with annual revenues of $17.4 billion in 2025, recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ in 2026. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, and various related services across 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom.
Requirements
- Current State of Texas license as a PhD, PsyD, LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LMSW, LMFT-A, or LPC-A, obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date
- Effective interpersonal skills and competent clinical skills
- Collaborative, positive attitude and strong work ethic
Nice To Haves
- Two years post-licensure experience, advanced training or certification in an evidence-based practice such as EMDR, CBT, or DBT
- One year of clinical experience in RTC setting
- One year of group facilitation experience
Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of up to 11 patients, providing personalized therapy and support to help them overcome their challenges
- Lead psychoeducation and process groups to empower patients and families with valuable skills and knowledge
- Coordinate discharge planning and aftercare dispositions to ensure seamless transitions for patients
- Serve as the liaison between the treatment team and families/community stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and collaboration
- Document progress notes and treatment plans in a timely and accurate manner
- Participate in weekly treatment team staffings and team meetings to stay connected with your unit team members
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401k plan with company match
- Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Leave Hours
- Education Assistance Program
- Student Loan Repayment Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
