Recreational Therapy Supervisor - Cherry Hospital

Health & Human Services•Wayne County, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Recreational Therapy Supervisor is to develop, plan, coordinate and administer all services provided by the professional R.T. staff. This includes ensuring that clinical Recreational Therapy services are age appropriate and population specific. Direct supervision is provided for 15 Recreational Therapists. The R.T. coordinates the professional training of R.T. students in internships and/or practicum assignments. The R.T. coordinates with unit directors, other disciplines, treatment teams, community groups and agencies concerning the development and implementation of R.T. services. Other duties may include serving on hospital-wide committees and assisting with hospital-wide and/or departmental performance improvement projects.

Requirements

Licensed to practice Recreational Therapy by the North Carolina Board of Recreational Therapy Licensure
Two years of experience as a Recreational Therapist.

Nice To Haves

Considerable knowledge of recreational therapy theory, principles, techniques, and documentation.
Ability to develop and accurately administer a variety of assessment tools and to assess clients’ current functioning levels, develop and evaluate treatment plan, and evaluate progress, as well as determine needed support and services.
Knowledge of psychiatric and medical diagnosis and implications for RT services.
Ability to plan, organize, and initiate programs and to supervise and train supportive personnel.
Ability to manage intra-departmental and inter-departmental functioning.

Responsibilities

Develop, plan, coordinate and administer all services provided by the professional R.T. staff.
Ensure that clinical Recreational Therapy services are age appropriate and population specific.
Provide direct supervision for 15 Recreational Therapists.
Coordinate the professional training of R.T. students in internships and/or practicum assignments.
Coordinate with unit directors, other disciplines, treatment teams, community groups and agencies concerning the development and implementation of R.T. services.
Serve on hospital-wide committees.
Assist with hospital-wide and/or departmental performance improvement projects.