CERTIFIED RECREATIONAL THERAPIST
UHS
Summary
Certified Recreational Therapist serves as a role model for patients/residents to observe and learn socially effective values, attitudes and behaviors. Plans therapeutic groups and programs to meet assessed patients' needs as indicated in the Treatment Plan and prescribed by the Professional/Medical Staff. Ensures environment remains safe and normative culture remains positive throughout facility.
Job description
Position Description
Certified Recreational Therapist serves as a role model for patients/residents to observe and learn socially effective values, attitudes and behaviors. Plans therapeutic groups and programs to meet assessed patients' needs as indicated in the Treatment Plan and prescribed by the Professional/Medical Staff. Ensures environment remains safe and normative culture remains positive throughout facility.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Plan goal oriented therapeutic recreation activities to include community engagement, therapeutic groups, and the ability to associate group sessions to current treatment goals
- Provide a lead role with hands-on facilitation for groups and documentation
- Assess motor skills, cognition, and social functioning of patients and communicate findings to therapeutic treatment
- Prioritize and demonstrate effective time management, have problem-solving abilities, appropriate social skills, including role modeling and respect for staff and children
- Demonstrate communication skills for limit-setting and boundaries for patients and staff is necessary
- Practice of therapeutic/professional boundaries; Have a willingness to seek/accept supervision when needed
Qualifications
Requirements: Undergraduate degree from an accredited school in Therapeutic Recreation and current certification or registration within the field. Experience working with children and adolescents within a residential and/or psychiatric environment. Prior residential treatment or psychiatric experience preferred.
Working Conditions
Works within the facility/campus/unit, occasionally outside of the facility. May require physical exertion for recreational activities. Some risk involved in the event of aggressive/out-of-control residents; must possess physical ability to assist restraining residents under such circumstances. Must be able to operate 15 passenger vans. Schedule will include evening hours, weekends and holidays. Must possess valid driver's license.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements for this position include being able to stand, squat, kneel, sit, and lie on the floor for long periods of time. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. of weight. Must be able to climb, run and walk for long periods of time as well. Must be able to read, write clearly, talk and listen. Able to verbally de-escalate and physically restrain patients/residents when necessary. Must be able to successfully provide CPR.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree from an accredited school in Therapeutic Recreation
- Current CTRS certification or registration within the field
- Experience working with children and adolescents within a residential and/or psychiatric environment
- Prior residential treatment or psychiatric experience preferred
- Must possess valid driver's license
- Must be able to operate 15 passenger vans
- Must be able to successfully provide CPR
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
- Able to verbally de-escalate and physically restrain patients/residents when necessary
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Refinancing
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Wellness Programs
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.