Recreational Therapist, Child Crisis Services

Monarch•Concord, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Make a Difference in Someone’s Life! At Monarch, we work together to provide life-changing care in communities across North Carolina and Rhode Island. As a team, we provide hope, promote wellness, and empower individuals and families impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injury. You Belong at Monarch You deserve a positive and encouraging work environment - a place where you can do your best work and grow as a professional. That is just what you’ll find at Monarch. Here, we care for people, including our team members. We offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that supports full-time and part-time team members and their families. More than just a job, this opportunity with Monarch will give you room to spread your wings and grow because we believe in promoting from within and developing future leaders.

Requirements

Bachelors: Recreational Therapy (Required)
Drivers License (Valid) - USA
Recreational Therapy Licensee (RTL) - North Carolina Board of Recreational Therapy Licensure
2 Years Experience in mental health setting with progressing experience.
Experience working with children or adolescents in behavioral health, residential treatment, inpatient psychiatry, or similar high‑acuity settings.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and facilitate structured recreational therapy groups that support treatment goals such as emotional regulation, communication, teamwork, problem‑ing, and self‑esteem.
Incorporate evidence‑based and trauma‑informed approaches appropriate for youth with behavioral health, developmental, and trauma‑related needs.
Document progress, participation, and clinical observations in the electronic health record according to Medicaid and PRTF standards.
Communicate regularly with therapists, nurses, psychiatrists, teachers, and direct care staff to ensure consistency in behavioral and therapeutic approaches.
Provide input on behavioral strategies, coping skills, and activity‑based interventions that support treatment goals across the milieu.
Follow PRTF safety protocols, crisis intervention procedures, and supervision ratios.
Maintain trainings as required and requested
Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and assist in crisis situations
Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures
Complete all other relevant responsibilities assigned by the supervisor