Behavioral Health Recreational Therapist

Baptist Healthcare System•Richmond, KY

20h

About The Position

The Recreational Therapist provides recreational therapeutic activities to patients admitted to the inpatient unit at Baptist Health Richmond. The role works with patients experiencing mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and dual diagnoses to set goals and improve activities of daily living. The therapist supports patients’ physical, mental, emotional, and behavioral health through creative techniques, practices, and outlets, engaging patients individually and leading group sessions. The role participates in treatment team staffing and collaborates with the treatment team as needed, and may provide activities to patients receiving hospital-based services throughout the behavioral health service line.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Management, Therapeutic Recreation, or a related field.
Maintain certification and credentials as appropriate.
At least 1 year of crisis intervention experience.
Complete certifications, de-escalation training, and annual trainings as assigned.
Knowledge of therapeutic activities, creative modalities, local events, and community resources.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with treatment team members, including physicians, NPs, PAs, RNs, and others as necessary.
Ability to navigate and document within the EMR.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.
Experience working in a mental health or acute healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Create individual and group recreational goals and activities for patients.
Lead individual and group sessions using creative activities and techniques.
Collaborate with the treatment team and healthcare professionals as needed.
Plan, organize, and oversee recreational events and activities.
Maintain appropriate treatment plans, progress notes, and documentation.
Educate patients about recreational resources in their communities to support discharge planning.
Maintain ethical licensure and professionalism.
Maintain accountability and responsibility for assigned tasks.
Serve as an advisor and resource to fellow staff members.
Participate in meetings, staffing, and committees as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned.