Recreational Therapist

DHRM • Williamsburg, VA

21d

About The Position

The Recreational Therapist provides patients with quality engagement opportunities through creative, evidence-based therapeutic interventions and groups. The role recognizes the uniqueness of each individual in care and promotes awareness of personal strengths. The therapist provides meaningful opportunities for patients to participate in interventions and explore their interests, while promoting resiliency, autonomy, and empowerment in a structured, supportive environment that supports psychosocial and physical recovery goals.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license.
• Experience applying behavioral intervention methods.
• Experience as a service provider in an inpatient program for patients with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, or substance abuse.
• Experience working with psychiatric patients in a clinical setting.
• Experience planning and implementing activities and groups.
• Certified Recreation Therapist Specialist (CTRS), or ability to obtain certification within 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide patients with quality engagement opportunities through creative, evidence-based therapeutic interventions and groups.
• Recognize the uniqueness of each individual and promote awareness of patients’ strengths.
• Provide meaningful interventions that allow patients to engage and explore their personal interests.
• Promote resiliency, autonomy, and empowerment in a structured and supportive environment to support psychosocial and physical recovery goals.

What This Job Offers

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