Recreational Therapist (CTRS)-Full-Time (Monday-Friday 8a-4p)

LEARNING SERVICES CORPORATION•Malvern, PA

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Join the excitement of a dynamic company committed to providing exceptional neurological rehabilitation to adults with brain injury! ReMed, a Collage Rehabilitation Partner, is a growing organization dedicated to excellence, honesty, and ethics in treating our clients and each other. For more than 40 years, we’ve developed programs to meet the diverse needs of clients with moderate to severe traumatic and acquired brain injuries. We provide treatment for post-concussion syndrome, stroke, memory loss, neurobehavioral issues, and accident or sports-related head injuries. Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00a-4:00p We are searching for a Full-Time Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to work in our residential programs located in Malvern, PA. This position assists in the development and implementation of a comprehensive recreational program, which includes both group and individual activities in the residence and the community This role oversees the individual recreational programs of assigned clients Completes initial assessments, monitors monthly progress, and prepares all necessary discharge plans Works directly with the client to provide direct care and provides minimum to maximum assistance and/or supervision to promote the client’s success in achieving identified treatment goals Assists clients with personal financial management and develops appropriate strategies and systems as needed to promote independence Applies knowledge and consideration of the client’s available financial resources, living arrangements, and support networks to provide therapeutic recreation, leisure education and opportunities for participation that are designed to facilitate clients’ development of a balanced lifestyle (home, work, free time)

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation or a related field is required. C.T.R.S. certification is required
Possession of a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record must be maintained at all times
Experience/willingness to facilitate recreational activities in the residence and community is necessary
Effective communication with families, professionals, and coworkers is essential
The ability to demonstrate positive client interaction skills is essential
Competence in writing, planning, organization, and documentation, as well as time management skills, is required

Responsibilities

Assists in the development and implementation of a comprehensive recreational program, which includes both group and individual activities in the residence and the community
Oversees the individual recreational programs of assigned clients
Completes initial assessments, monitors monthly progress, and prepares all necessary discharge plans
Works directly with the client to provide direct care and provides minimum to maximum assistance and/or supervision to promote the client’s success in achieving identified treatment goals
Assists clients with personal financial management and develops appropriate strategies and systems as needed to promote independence
Applies knowledge and consideration of the client’s available financial resources, living arrangements, and support networks to provide therapeutic recreation, leisure education and opportunities for participation that are designed to facilitate clients’ development of a balanced lifestyle (home, work, free time)