Recreational Therapist - Inpatient Psych

Hennepin Healthcare•Minneapolis, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Recreational Therapist to join our Inpatient Psych team. This part time role will work 56 hours within a two week pay period on evenings (12:30 PM to 9:00 PM), including every 3rd weekend. Under general supervision, in order to aid in client rehabilitation, plans, organizes, and conducts a program of recreational activities and outings for groups of juveniles or adults in a residential treatment center, health care facility, or correctional facility.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in therapeutic recreation or a related field

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Organize and encourage suitable participation in recreational activities suited to improve clients physical and mental health conditions
Assess clients social and recreational needs, and develop goals with patients/ clients about treatment areas they would like to improve
Consult with other health care providers and social service providers to discuss and develop overall optimal plans for improving client health and skills
Reviews notes pertaining to clients backgrounds (e.g. work, medical, and social) to determine possible future needs
Maintain records of clients progress toward achieving initial goals, clients participation in group activities, and clients behaviors
Identify current and future material requirements, and order and maintain supplies and equipment for recreational activities and programs
Teach lessons pertaining to academic and recreational skills and lead group activities in areas that improve clients social skills, organizational skills, communicative abilities, leisure education abilities, life skills, and self-confidence
Provide clients with opportunities to practice what they learn by organizing activities and outings in the community
Supervise clients during recreational groups and activities
Participate in in-service training activities pertaining to safety and security issues, CPR, recreation therapy, and institutional policies