Therapeutic Recreation Specialist; 32 hours per week

University of Missouri Health Care • Columbia, MO

2d • $19 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

MU Health Care is looking for a passionate and dedicated Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to join our vibrant team! If you have a heart for enhancing patient well-being through innovative recreational activities, we want you to help us create meaningful experiences that promote healing and connection. The ideal candidate is a dynamic collaborator who thrives in an interdisciplinary environment, demonstrating exceptional communication skills and a genuine commitment to patient-centered care. With a proactive approach to developing tailored therapeutic programs, you will inspire patients to reach their goals while fostering a supportive atmosphere. Join us at MU Health Care, where your expertise will make a real difference in the lives of those we serve!

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Recreational Therapy or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification, or certification eligible, by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC).
• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient therapeutic recreational needs, develop individual goals and objectives, and follow up on patient progress.
• Assess through observation patient group and social skills, use of communication, and problems, which would hinder re-integration.
• Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team (such as physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and social workers) to develop and implement patient treatment plans.
• Work with other departments to coordinate services.
• Document patient progress towards goals and objectives and report progress in team rounds and conferences.
• Plan, conduct, coordinate, and supervise a variety of therapeutic recreation programs, including programming in leisure skills, social skills, diversional activities, and fitness.
• Provide educational and/or in-service training/programs as necessary to staff, volunteers, allied health professionals, community and patient families.
• May complete unit/department specific duties as outlined in department Documents

Benefits

• Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level