Recreational Therapist

ERP International•Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC

26d•Onsite

About The Position

ERP International is seeking a full-time Recreational Therapist to support the Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Program (SARP) at Naval Medical Center Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. The position provides recreational therapy services to military members, their families, and retired military veterans. The therapist develops and implements individualized treatment and recreation programs, supports patients’ functioning and independence, and collaborates with multidisciplinary treatment teams. The schedule is Monday through Sunday, working 8.5 hours between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., including a 30-minute lunch. The position may require up to one full weekend shift per month.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Graduate of a therapeutic recreation or recreational therapy program at an accredited college or university.
At least one year of experience as a Recreational Therapist within the last two years.
Current certification as a Recreational Therapist from the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC).
Current AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Ability to pass a government background check/security clearance.

Responsibilities

Develop treatment plans to restore, remediate, and rehabilitate patients’ functioning and independence in life activities; promote health and wellness; and reduce or eliminate activity limitations and participation restrictions caused by illness or disability.
Develop and implement individual recreation programs based on assessment results.
Teach, coach, and support patients as required.
Work with multidisciplinary treatment teams to evaluate and review the care provided to patients.
Provide individual consultation to staff as requested.
Develop presentations for staff on recreational opportunities.