TECH - REC THERAPY

UHS • Ashland City, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Oak Plains Academy is a comprehensive and highly structured 98-bed residential treatment program offering psychiatric residential treatment services to children and adolescents ages 7–17, struggling with emotional and behavioral issues. Residents receive an individualized treatment plan, geared to meet their personal needs. A professional team of psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, therapists, nurses, and teachers serve hundreds of children and adolescents annually with the common goal of treating and healing trauma and building resiliency in the residents we serve. Located on 20 acres of rolling hills in a rural setting, about 45 minutes from Nashville, Tennessee, Oak Plains Academy campus features a full-size gymnasium, dining hall, separate academic building, and four dormitories. The Recreation and Activities Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing therapeutic recreational activities tailored to meet the developmental and emotional needs of children and adolescents, in a 60 – 100 bed facility. This role involves fostering a safe, supportive, and engaging environment that promotes socialization, physical activity, and skill-building, contributing to the overall treatment goals of residents.

Requirements

• Minimum BS/BA and 1 years experience working with children/adolescents in a residential setting or related field
• 21 years of age, with a valid drivers license in good standing
• Flexible schedule; ability to work evenings, nights, weekends and special occasions as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a residential setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Planning, organizing, and implementing therapeutic recreational activities tailored to meet the developmental and emotional needs of children and adolescents, in a 60 – 100 bed facility.
• Fostering a safe, supportive, and engaging environment that promotes socialization, physical activity, and skill-building, contributing to the overall treatment goals of residents.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Free meals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level