Lead Recreation Therapist
UHS
Summary
The Lead Music, Art Recreation (MART) Therapist performs leadership duties as directed by the Director of MART. These duties support the department's goal of planning and implementing specific therapeutic services for assigned programs, which involves defining and implementing treatment goals as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and providing continuous patient care, observation, interaction, and role modeling to patients.
Job description
Position Summary
The Lead Music, Art Recreation (MART) Therapist performs leadership duties as directed by the Director of MART. These duties support the department's goal of planning and implementing specific therapeutic services for assigned programs, which involves defining and implementing treatment goals as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and providing continuous patient care, observation, interaction, and role modeling to patients.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Music, or Recreation Therapy, or related therapeutic discipline; or a Master's degree in Art Therapy or Occupational Therapy
- Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred
- Certification or licensure by state and/or national governing body in one of the following areas: Music, Art, Recreation, or Music Therapy, or the ability and qualifications to obtain licensure or certification within the first 6 months of employment
- Successful completion of CPR Certification prior to hire
- Successful completion of Preventative Management Aggressive Behavior Training (SAMA) prior to assisting with restraining procedures
- May be required to work overtime and flexible hours
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Music, Recreation Therapy, or related therapeutic discipline; or Master's degree in Art Therapy or Occupational Therapy
- Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and understanding of mental illness, preferred
- Certification or licensure by state and/or national governing body in Music, Art, Recreation, or Music Therapy, or ability to obtain licensure/certification within first 6 months of employment
- Successful completion of CPR Certification prior to hire
- Successful completion of Preventative Management Aggressive Behavior Training (SAMA) prior to assisting with restraining procedures
- May be required to work overtime and flexible hours
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(k) with company match
- Discounted stock plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Free Basic Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career development opportunities
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.