Recreational Therapist - Day Treatment

Hennepin Healthcare•Minneapolis, MN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Recreational Therapist aids client rehabilitation by planning, organizing, and conducting recreational activities and outings for adults in a residential treatment center (Crisis Residence) or healthcare facility. The position is in the Day Treatment department and is based in person. The schedule is Tuesday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with 8-hour shifts and 48 hours per pay period (0.6 FTE).

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation or a related field.
2,000 hours of experience in a mental health setting (required for Day Treatment).
Meets Minnesota DHS criteria for a Mental Health Practitioner (required for Day Treatment).

Nice To Haves

Previous group recreation experience with adult psychiatric patients, with an emphasis on groups.
Experience in illness management and recovery and motivational interviewing.
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).

Responsibilities

Organize recreational activities suited to improve clients’ physical and mental health and encourage appropriate participation.
Assess clients’ social and recreational needs and develop treatment goals with them.
Consult with healthcare and social service providers to develop plans to improve clients’ health and skills.
Review clients’ work, medical, and social background notes to identify possible future needs.
Maintain records of clients’ progress toward goals, participation in group activities, and behaviors.
Identify material requirements and order and maintain supplies and equipment for recreational activities and programs.
Teach academic and recreational skills and lead group activities that support social, organizational, communication, leisure education, and life skills, as well as self-confidence.
Organize community activities and outings that give clients opportunities to practice learned skills.
Supervise clients during recreational groups and activities.
Participate in in-service training on safety and security, CPR, recreation therapy, and institutional policies.