RECREATIONAL THERAPIST

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Williamsburg, VA

3d • $52,711 - $72,741 • Onsite

About The Position

Provide patients quality engagement opportunities through creative and evidenced based therapeutic interventions and groups. Seeking to recognize the uniqueness of each individual in our care and promote self-awareness of their strengths. Provide and outlet for the patients to engage in meaningful interventions while also exploring their own personal interests. Promote resiliency, autonomy and empowerment through a structured and supportive environment to meet psychosocial and physical recovery goals.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience in applying behavioral intervention methods.
• Experience as a service provider in an inpatient program for mentally ill, mentally challenged or substance abuse patients.
• Experience working with psychiatric patients in a clinical setting.
• Experience in activity/group planning and implementation.
• Certified Recreation Therapist Specialist (CTRS) or must be able to obtain within 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide patients quality engagement opportunities through creative and evidenced based therapeutic interventions and groups.
• Recognize the uniqueness of each individual in our care and promote self-awareness of their strengths.
• Provide an outlet for patients to engage in meaningful interventions while also exploring their own personal interests.
• Promote resiliency, autonomy and empowerment through a structured and supportive environment to meet psychosocial and physical recovery goals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed