Recreational Therapist CTRS - (PRN)

UHS•Grand Forks, ND

About The Position

Recreational Therapist with CTRS - (PRN) PRN - Must be able to work 36 hours/month with one weekend shift. Horizon Health Corporation is seeking an Recreational Therapist with a CTRS (PRN) for our BRAND NEW unit called Altru Behavioral Health Center in Grand Forks, ND. This unit will be a 24 bed inpatient unit for both adult and pediatric patients. We are also planning to expand to an additional 24 beds in 2026. Altru Health System and Universal Health Services are working together in expanding inpatient behavioral health services.The Certified Recreational Therapist conducts and administers therapeutic recreation and/or activity services for the facility. We are seeking any of the following- Recreational, Occupational. Music, Art, Dance and Movement, etc. therapists.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred
At least 3 years of related experience
Must be a graduate of an accredited therapy program
Active ND License/ Certification- Music, art, recreational, occupational, dance and music, etc. therapist certification

Responsibilities

Designs and implements therapeutic activities for patients based on a thorough assessment of the patient’s symptom presentation, professional/referral input and all other available data.
Evaluates and documents patients’ responses to treatment and progress towards goals, to develop and document recommendations for discharge and aftercare.
Communicates treatment and progress results to supervisor and treatment team.
Conducts individual and/or group sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displays sufficient theoretical knowledge of effective treatment techniques.
Provides appropriate education, resources and support for patients before, during, and after treatment.
Evaluates and uses techniques, tools and resources to assist patients in treatment.
Completes progress notes and assessments according to program procedures.
Evaluates satisfaction resulting from the treatment provided and modifies or discontinues the treatment as needed and based upon patient progress, achievement of goals, lack of progress or change in condition. Reports and documents patient/client progress, achievement and changes in the treatment plan.
Participates as an active member of the interdisciplinary and treatment teams.
Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position.