RECREATION THERAPIST (CERT)

UHS•Eagle Pass, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Fort Duncan Hospital is seeking a Recreational Therapist in Eagle Pass, TX. This inpatient psychiatric unit has a total of 18 inpatient psychiatric beds (Adults & Seniors). The Recreational Therapist is responsible for providing high-quality patient care, displaying good skills in assessment of patients' functional needs and outcomes; consulting with and participating as part of the patients' treatment team. The Therapist effectively participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team and the unit community relations team. The Therapist reviews patients' functional needs and will adjust care plans to assist patients in expressing their emotions and experiences in a safe and controlled manner, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Depending on Program needs and the Therapist's education and training, the Therapist may function in a variety of therapeutic roles.

Requirements

A Bachelors Degree from an accredited college with a major in recreational therapy or a related field is preferred
Certified by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreations Certification (NCTRC) if applicable
Graduate of an accredited therapy program if applicable
Minimum one year internship or experience in a similar position and/or industry
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings and workshops. Keeps up to date on professional literature
Maintain effectiveness and certification in required patient management protocols.
Completes and maintains all required state/regulatory, Hospital and Horizon competencies and training/education expectations on a timely basis.
Is knowledgeable of hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental and infection control standards
Develops basic knowledge of Hospital and Horizon senior staff and organizational structure.
Proficient in software applications
Effective presentation skills
Ability to manage stress appropriately
Ability to make decisions under pressure
Ability to manage anger, fear, hostility and/or violence of others appropriately
At all times, conducts oneself ethically in accordance with all relevant standards and regulations
Maintains knowledge of and demonstrates respect for patient rights
Works sufficient hours to ensure effective performance. Coordinates work hours with supervisor
Maintains a positive attitude/public image while in the facility and in all work-related activities outside of the facility
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Ability to read and comprehend moderate to complex instructions and correspondence
Ability to write detailed correspondence
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to patients and their families, Program leadership, employees, clients, providers, vendors, etc.

Responsibilities

Respects patient rights and organizational ethics
Conducts and adjusts therapies in accordance with patient diagnosis and needs
Implements a treatment plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of the patient's symptom presentation, professional/referral input and all other available data. Completes individualized and group therapies to ensure optimal outcomes
Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care
Completes progress notes and assessments according to program procedures
Participates as an active member of the interdisciplinary team
Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes
Practices hospital and departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality improvement program, safety, environmental and infection control standards
Conducts group therapy sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of group therapy principles and group therapy techniques
Engages in timely, efficient discharge planning. Works in close conjunction with patient family, nursing staff, social workers and attending physician
Displays thorough knowledge of available community therapeutic resources
As directed, conducts individual psychotherapy sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displays sufficient theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and effective treatment techniques (under the guidance of a LCSW)
As directed, conducts family therapy sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displaying sufficient theoretical knowledge of family therapy principles/psychopathology and effective treatment techniques
As directed, conducts group therapy sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of group therapy principles/psychopathology and effective group therapy techniques
As directed, conducts activity therapy sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of activity therapy principles/psychopathology and effective group therapy techniques
As directed, conducts educational group sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of subject matter and effective communication skills in presenting material
Provides group and individual therapies on weekends as directed by supervisor
Provides ongoing education to patients and families as needed
Conducts educational group sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of subject matter and effective communication skills in presenting material
Provides resources and support for patients before, during, and after treatment of patients
Is a member of the Referral Development Committee. Effectively participates in the referral development process
Actively involved in measuring patient performance; communicates results and trends to supervisor
Provides feedback to supervisor on an ongoing basis in regards to concerns, improvements, changes, etc.
Attends Unit and Hospital meetings as directed
Identifies areas needing improvement and utilizes the facility performance improvement process. Actively participates in department processes as requested
Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings and workshops. Keeps up to date on professional literature
Ensures confidentiality of all information encountered
Maintains professional interactions with peers, senior management, and staff through effective written and verbal communications
Assists with ambulating and lifting patients as needed
Complete and maintain SECURE Training
Checks Horizon and Hospital email daily and responds timely
Other duties as assigned