Full-time rec therapist position in FL

Recreational Therapist - NCTRC & CPI Certified( 25558-3797)
Work Location: Florida - West-Largo-Sun Coast Hospital - Largo
Schedule: Full-time

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Recreational Therapist provides treatment services and recreational activities for individuals and groups receiving programming within the Behavioral Health treatment arenas. The Recreational Therapist will use a variety of techniques (ie, art, crafts, dance, movement etc.) to assist Behavioral Health patients in better understanding and dealing with their unique/individualized mental health needs. In addition, Recreational therapists will assist Behavioral Health patients integrate into the community by teaching them how to use community resources and recreational activities.


Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS



A. Education:



Graduate from an accredited program in Therapeutic Recreation with a Bachelor's or Master's Degree.



B. Experience:



Successful completion of an accredited therapeutic recreation training program and 1-3 years experience.



C. Other Qualifications:





1. NCTRC Certification; CPI or other approved training





2. Current BLS certification by the American Heart Association .





PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires corrected hearing, vision to within functional ranges.
Requires frequent bending, reaching, squatting and kneeling, moving and lifting patients, and sufficient manual dexterity to operate therapeutic equipment.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actions in volatile situations.
Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.