Recreational Therapist

Sevita•Grand Rapids, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Certified Recreational Therapist Part Time Position, supporting Grand Rapids and surrounding areas. Provide therapeutic recreation-based treatment program opportunities, including individual and group therapy, in a safe, effective manner to all program participants. Complete assessment/evaluation in the areas of Recreational Therapy upon admission for all program participants. Work directly with paraprofessional staff to facilitate training and program participant growth in the areas of Recreational Therapy. Assist in the development of the rehabilitation plan of care to meet the needs of each program participant. Communicate with the program participant, family, and funders as needed regarding participant status and need of services. Remain current and compliant with federal, state, and accrediting body regulations and standards. Adhere to work practices consistent with Mentor mission, policies, and procedures. Adhere to code of ethics, standards of practice, and continuing education requirements of the American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA). Procure and maintain all recreational equipment to assure safe and appropriate use by program participants and staff. Advocate and educate staff, program participants, and families in the areas of recreational therapy and therapeutic recreation. Maintain best practice methods through continued education coursework.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Recreational Therapy.
Two years of experience in a rehabilitation environment and/or work with persons with neurological and developmental deficits.
Certification of CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist).
Knowledge of rehabilitative techniques relative to recreation for persons with diverse neurological impairment.
Ability to interpret evaluations from various disciplines (Neuropsychology, Occupational/Speech/Physical Therapies) and understand the relevance to your practice.
Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm, professional manner.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
Exceptional communication skills with an ability to establish trust and rapport quickly.
A good listener with an ability to empathize while still providing guidance.

Responsibilities

Provide therapeutic recreation-based treatment program opportunities, including individual and group therapy, in a safe, effective manner to all program participants.
Complete assessment/evaluation in the areas of Recreational Therapy upon admission for all program participants.
Work directly with paraprofessional staff to facilitate training and program participant growth in the areas of Recreational Therapy.
Assist in the development of the rehabilitation plan of care to meet the needs of each program participant.
Communicate with the program participant, family, and funders as needed regarding participant status and need of services.
Remain current and compliant with federal, state, and accrediting body regulations and standards.
Adhere to work practices consistent with Mentor mission, policies, and procedures.
Adhere to code of ethics, standards of practice, and continuing education requirements of the American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).
Procure and maintain all recreational equipment to assure safe and appropriate use by program participants and staff.
Advocate and educate staff, program participants, and families in the areas of recreational therapy and therapeutic recreation.
Maintain best practice methods through continued education coursework.