Recreational Therapist

Benchmark Human Services•Hobart, IN

2d•$44 - $54•Hybrid

About The Position

Benchmark Human Services is seeking a Recreational Therapist for their Hobart, IN office. This role will provide therapeutic intervention to individuals served in a facility, community, or home-based setting in Lake and Porter Counties. Benchmark has been connecting people and potential since 1960, focusing on empowering individuals to live independently, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. The company is a respected leader in intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health, offering a variety of services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field.
Maintain CTRS Certification.
Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Maintain billable criteria.
Provide education to caregivers.
Maintain CPR/First Aid Certification.
Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of clients we serve.
Must report any suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation to supervisor or department head.
Implement community based, age appropriate, recreational activities.
Completes documentation as required by state and federal regulations.
Collect data to document progress of prioritized objectives for each client.
Develop and implement recreation therapy strategies based on target objectives and goals.
Complies with and implements all protocols for individuals including but not limited to: high risk plans, dining plans, seizure management plans, positioning schedules, etc.
Participate in Individual Support Plan or Person-Centered Plan for client served.
Attend departmental meetings.
Reasonable suspicion of a crime against an ICF/MR resident must be reported to Indiana State Department of Health and Law Enforcement (Elder Justice Act).
Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of all individuals.