Recreational Therapist -Senior Behavioral Health-Per Diem

BRISTOL HOSPITAL GROUP•Bristol, CT

7d•$25 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

The Recreational Therapist (RT) plans and conducts scheduled recreation therapy group sessions and programs, as well as individual sessions when needed. The RT participates in co-treatment activities with other disciplines and completes assessment data, care planning, and routine documentation related to leisure functioning. The RT is an integral member of the interdisciplinary treatment team for matters concerning patients. The role works directly with patients, families, entertainment groups, and volunteers, with a focus on the geriatric population. The position is per diem at Bristol Hospital’s main campus in Bristol, Connecticut. The stated hourly salary range is $25.00–$37.00.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and license or certification.
One to three years of experience.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Enjoy working with the geriatric population.
Demonstrate creativity, adaptability, sensitivity, and patience when interacting with staff and residents.
Take initiative and consistently demonstrate a high level of professionalism.
Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to interpret patient requests; good hearing and excellent listening skills.
Vision, hearing, smell, and tactile sensation must be corrected or accommodated to normal.
Ability to remain on one’s feet for extended periods and perform extensive walking, bending, twisting, and crouching.
Ability to transport residents in gerichairs and wheelchairs.
Availability to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Complete general orientation at hire and annual fire, safety, and infection-control training, as well as other programs mandated by the hospital.

Responsibilities

Plan and conduct scheduled recreation therapy group sessions and programs.
Provide individual recreation therapy sessions as needed.
Participate in co-treatment activities with other disciplines.
Complete assessment data, care planning, and routine documentation related to leisure functioning.
Participate as an integral member of the interdisciplinary treatment team on matters concerning patients.
Follow established guidelines and protocols and complete position responsibilities within the appropriate time frame.
Communicate effectively and work cooperatively with others.
Work directly with patients, families, entertainment groups, and volunteers.