RECREATIONAL THERAPIST (FULL-TIME) 

Join us in helping others rediscover their “hope.” Since our establishment in 2011, we have been dedicated to providing exceptional and specialized mental health and addiction treatment in a nurturing and supportive environment. Together, we will work toward a future where mental health is prioritized, stigma is diminished and individuals can live their lives to the fullest potential.  If you’re looking for an opportunity to build the career of your dreams and join a team of professionals passionate about helping others, Aspen Grove Behavioral Hospital may be the place for you!  To learn more please visit www.aspengrovehospital.com 

Your benefits will include:

• This is a full-time position Monday - Friday from 9:00am - 5:00pm
• In this position you will teach both adults and adolescents how to use leisure as a method to communicate and cope with stressors
• Opportunity to work with an experienced team of professionals
• Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations

Your goals and objectives include:

• Providing daily Recreational Therapy group therapy 
• Completing Recreational Therapy assessments 
• Working with patients who have experienced past or current trauma, symptoms of anxiety, depression and suicidal ideation
• Responsible for assessing patients' leisure and recreational activities
• Provide age and developmentally appropriate Recreational Therapy groups
• Establish Recreational Therapy treatment goals 

Your Qualifications and Requirements will include:

• Current CTRS certification, registration or licensure in accordance with state and/or national board standards of specific field or allied health
• Previous experience working with mental health patients preferred 
• Must be 21 years of age or older and able to pass a background check and drug screen

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