Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Schuylkill • Bethlehem, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. Summary Plans, develops, organizes, implements, supervises, and evaluates a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program as an integral part of the individualized rehabilitation process. Assists patients in attaining and maintaining optimum functioning and a satisfying lifestyle.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree Therapeutic Recreation, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or related field
• 1 year Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in a healthcare setting or 1 year Social program or health care setting
• Problem solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Less than 1 year Recreation Therapy
• Ability to interact and assess individuals with differences and psychiatric disorders.
• CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification within 30 Days

Responsibilities

• Updates treatments plans weekly and leads discussions at team conferences.
• Designs goal directed, individualized treatment plans for each patient to assist in the patients rehabilitation process.
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of treatments and modifies treatment plans as indicated to obtain goals.
• Collaborates with the Volunteer Department, facilitates and evaluates special programs such as Pet Therapy, Friendly Visitors, or any additional programs that may be beneficial to the residents being serviced.
• Ensures timely changes to the plan of care are documented and communicated to the patient, health care team, and family members as appropriate.
• Develops weekly and monthly calendars that include a variety of activities based on resident interests and suggestions.
• Plans and conducts activities that are relevant to the specific needs, interests, and cultural background of the patients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees