Travel Recreational Therapist - Behavioral Health

UHS • Grand Forks, ND

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Horizon Health, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, is hiring a travel recreational therapist for a 13-week behavioral health assignment at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The role is full-time at 30 hours per week, with a day-shift schedule of Thursday and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Compensation includes an enhanced hourly rate, a tax-exempt stipend where applicable, bi-weekly pay, and paid travel to and from the assignment.

The therapist designs and delivers therapeutic activities and individual or group sessions based on patient assessments, treatment goals, professional and referral input, and other available information. The role includes evaluating and documenting patient responses and progress, helping develop and update treatment plans, and providing education, resources, and support throughout treatment. The therapist collaborates with the patient’s treatment team, ensures that treatment modalities are appropriate, and maintains timely documentation consistent with applicable policies and regulations.

Horizon Health’s in-house travel program offers assignments at select UHS behavioral health facilities. The program includes orientation before the first assignment, opportunities to connect and develop professionally with a nationwide network, and the possibility of transferring to a permanent UHS position without a pause in benefit coverage. The posting describes a challenging and rewarding work environment, competitive compensation, paid time off, health coverage, retirement benefits, and career development opportunities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Certified Therapeutic Specialist with CTRS certification, or a relevant credential such as Registered Art Therapist or Certified Music Therapist; the posting also mentions Dance as an example area.
• At least two years of experience providing activity therapy.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience in a behavioral health or psychiatric setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement therapeutic activities based on patient assessments, symptoms, professional and referral input, and other available information.
• Evaluate and document patient responses to treatment and progress toward goals, and develop recommendations for discharge and aftercare.
• Conduct individual and/or group sessions in accordance with state and regulatory standards.
• Provide education, resources, and support to patients before, during, and after treatment.
• Assess patients’ functional needs and outcomes, provide high-quality care, and participate with the treatment team.
• Complete and maintain required documentation in a timely manner in accordance with policies and regulations.
• Regularly assess patient needs and assist in developing and updating the Master Treatment Plan.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure each treatment modality is appropriate for the patient.
• Provide group educational therapies using established techniques and methods.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Discounted stock plan.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.
• Paid travel to and from the assignment.
• Comprehensive orientation before the first assignment.
• Potential intercompany transfer to a permanent position without a pause in benefit coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time