Recreation Therapist
UHS
Summary
The Recreation Therapist works with behavioral health patients (substance abuse/mental health) within an inpatient and partial treatment setting to assess the patient's leisure and recreational habits and then provide therapeutic interventions to improve their daily functioning. The main method of intervention is group modality.
Job description
Recreation Therapist - PRN
The Recreation Therapist works with behavioral health patients (substance abuse/mental health) within an inpatient and partial treatment setting to assess the patient's leisure and recreational habits and then provide therapeutic interventions to improve their daily functioning. The main method of intervention is group modality.
Responsibilities
- Assess the leisure and recreational habits of behavioral health patients in inpatient and partial treatment settings
- Provide therapeutic interventions to improve patients' daily functioning
- Deliver interventions primarily through group modality
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation required; CTRS certification preferred.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation
- CTRS certification preferred
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- 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.