Recreation Therapist
About The Position
Simple Steps, LLC is hiring a part-time Recreation Therapist in the Trinity, Florida area for approximately 5 hours per month, with opportunities to increase the client caseload. This employee position provides in-person home and community services to Veterans with neurological disorders, physical disabilities, and traumatic brain injuries. The therapist supports client care plans, helps coordinate resources, educates clients and families about health care plan services and procedures, maintains accurate documentation, and provides timely data for invoicing. The role involves working with Case Managers and family members to provide social, recreational, wellness, educational, and individualized life-skills training and activities. The therapist reports directly to their supervisor. Mileage and expense reimbursement are provided, and staff scheduling is flexible.
Requirements
- Bachelor's-level degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Administration with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation, Leisure Studies with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation, or a related degree to Therapeutic Recreation.
- Resume.
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification.
- CPR/AED/First Aid certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Social Security Card.
- Driver's license.
- Auto insurance with $100,000/$300,000 bodily injury coverage.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and walk.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with physical and cognitive impairments or disabilities.
- Experience with Traumatic Brain Injury.
- Experience with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
- Veteran or military experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality in-person home and community services to Veterans with neurological disorders, physical disabilities, and traumatic brain injuries.
- Support and carry out client care plans and ensure resources are effectively engaged to meet client needs.
- Orient and educate clients and their families about health care plan services and procedures.
- Support accurate and complete documentation and supply timely data for accurate invoicing.
- Work with Case Managers and family members to provide social, recreational, wellness, educational, and individualized life-skills training and activities.
- Attend community activities and participate in outdoor activities.
- Assist clients with organization and planning, cognitive awareness, doctor's appointments, and household management.
- Drive clients when needed.
Benefits
- Mileage and expense reimbursement.
- Flexible staff scheduling.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
