Recreational Therapist

Sentara Health•Virginia Beach, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Recreational Therapist plans and implements medically prescribed recreational therapy programs for patients based on their diagnosis, acuity, level of function and cognition that supports optimum patient care. Performs in-depth evaluation of patients utilizing a variety of assessment tools that identify patient's cognitive, social, emotional and motor function for leisure/recreation participation. Implements treatment programs primarily through the use of leisure education and skills, adaptive leisure equipment, and activity analysis.

Requirements

Bachelor's Level Degree
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) Certification
Basic Life Support (Required) within 90 days of hire
Behavioral Health- De-escalation and physical intervention training within 15 days of hire
1 year Related work experience

Responsibilities

Plans and implements medically prescribed recreational therapy program for patients based on their diagnosis, acuity, level of function and cognition that supports optimum patient care.
Performs in-depth evaluation of patients utilizing a variety of assessment tools that identify patient's cognitive, social, emotional and motor function for leisure/recreation participation.
Implements treatment programs primarily through the use of leisure education and skills, adaptive leisure equipment, and activity analysis.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Annual discretionary bonus