RECREATIONAL THERAPIST BUTNER, NC

ROCK HILL NEW HOPE TREATMENT CENTERS•Dallas, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Since our opening in 1987, New Hope Treatment Centers has been a welcoming place for young people in moments of crisis. Our programs have played a role in countless success stories, thanks to our relational approach to behavioral healthcare. The Recreation Therapist assists with all aspects of Recreation Therapy, a service designed to improve or maintain physical, cognitive, social, and emotional functioning, to facilitate full participation in life.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (ideally in Recreation) with CTRS Certification and a minimum of one year experience in Rec Therapy
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record, if transportation or community coordination is required.
Ability to pass required background checks, drug screening, and any state-mandated employment clearances.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain organized records.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Professional judgment, discretion, and ethical conduct.
Proficiency with electronic health records and standard office technology.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children, adolescents, or individuals in behavioral health, residential treatment, or human services settings.
Familiarity with North Carolina behavioral health regulations and service systems.

Responsibilities

Organizes, implements, and oversees Recreational Therapy activities in alignment with individualized treatment plans.
Ensures accurate and timely communication of resident progress to all appropriate members of the interdisciplinary treatment team.
Maintains responsibility for resident safety and supervision during all recreational and therapeutic activities.
Attends Treatment Team meetings, planning sessions, and critical reviews as assigned to support effective communication among residential, clinical, and administrative staff regarding recreation services.
Plans, coordinates, and facilitates special events and therapeutic programming.
Develops and posts a monthly calendar outlining scheduled recreational activities and programming.
Develops and implements individualized treatment plans, including measurable goals and appropriate therapeutic interventions.
Completes timely and accurate clinical documentation of resident behavior, interventions provided, and treatment effectiveness in accordance with organizational standards and required timeframes.
Maintains professional boundaries and adheres to all confidentiality requirements, including compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Participating in Treatment Team functions as an active interdisciplinary team member.
Maintains flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
Performs other duties as assigned, consistent with the nature and scope of the position.