Activity Therapist - Certified - $1000 Bonus
Capitol Park Mental Health Hospital
Summary
Capitol Park Mental Health Hospital is seeking a compassionate and motivated Activity Therapist to join our team. We welcome candidates with backgrounds in recreational therapy, music therapy, dance/movement therapy, or art therapy who are passionate about supporting individuals in their recovery journey. Working as an essential member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, you will help provide meaningful recreational, educational, creative, and therapeutic interventions that enhance patient outcomes and quality of life.
Job description
Overview
Capitol Park Mental Health Hospital is seeking a compassionate and motivated Activity Therapist to join our team. We welcome candidates with backgrounds in recreational therapy, music therapy, dance/movement therapy, or art therapy who are passionate about supporting individuals in their recovery journey. Working as an essential member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, you will help provide meaningful recreational, educational, creative, and therapeutic interventions that enhance patient outcomes and quality of life.
Responsibilities
- Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient's needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
- Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facilitate patient progress with treatment goals.
- Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness.
- Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.
- Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.
- Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and help the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.
- Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings.
- Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.
- Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
- Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always; when patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints; recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
- Master's degree preferred.
- Three or more years' experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required.
- Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred.
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in the process of obtaining national certification; OR certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in expressive therapy area required.
- CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
- First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required
- Master's degree preferred
- Three or more years' experience in recreation in a healthcare setting required
- Knowledge of patient population served by the facility
- Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting preferred
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in the process of obtaining national certification, OR certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.), OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in expressive therapy area required
- CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required
- First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements
Benefits
- $1000 Bonus
- Full-time & Part-time available
- Rotating weekends
Company overview
Capitol Park Mental Health Hospital is a state-of-the-art behavioral health facility located in St. Paul, Minnesota, serving as a critical resource for mental healthcare in the Upper Midwest region. Established through a strategic partnership between Fairview Health Services and Acadia Healthcare, this 144-bed facility represents a significant advancement in mental health treatment infrastructure. The hospital specializes in providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services for adults and seniors facing mental health disorders, including depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, PTSD, psychosis, and co-occurring substance use disorders. Operating with Joint Commission accreditation, Capitol Park employs evidence-based therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and trauma-focused care within a patient-centered treatment model. The facility features a 105,500 square foot, five-story building designed with specialized therapeutic environments including anti-ligature safety features, gym facilities, outdoor garden spaces, and integrated primary care services. As an affiliate of Fairview Health Services, the largest mental healthcare provider in the Upper Midwest, Capitol Park Mental Health Hospital plays a vital role in expanding access to high-quality behavioral health services while maintaining a commitment to serving all patients regardless of their ability to pay.