Recreational Therapist Cert
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Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation
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Recreational Therapist Cert
Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation
Posted 3 months ago
Full Time
Jackson, Mississippi
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The Recreational Therapist plans and implements therapeutic recreation programs to support the physical, emotional, and social well-being of patients. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans and monitor patient progress toward recovery.
Qualifications
You have a Bachelor's Degree in a recreation healthcare-related field, preferably in recreation therapy. You possess 0-1 years of experience in a clinical or behavioral health setting and are proficient in documenting clinical services in an electronic health record system. Certification as a Basic Life Support provider is required.
Must Have Skills for ATS
BCLS
CTRS
OT
therapeutic recreation principles
leisure education
skill-building activities
electronic health record system
Job Description
The Recreational Therapist – Certified is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating therapeutic recreation programs to support the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being of patients. Through structured individual and group activities, the Recreational Therapist collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to promote recovery, independence, and an improved quality of life.
Essential Functions
- Conducts patient assessments to evaluate leisure interests, abilities, and therapeutic needs, using standardized tools and clinical judgment.
- Develops individualized treatment plans with measurable goals aligned with the patient’s medical and behavioral health care objectives.
- Implements evidence-based recreational therapy interventions, including structured group and individual sessions, leisure education, and skill-building activities.
- Monitors patient progress and revises treatment plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Collaborates with the interdisciplinary treatment team to support discharge planning and promote continued therapeutic engagement post-discharge.
- Assists with maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment, including participation in safety rounds and inspection of patient areas for contraband in behavioral health settings.
- Documents patient assessments, treatment plans, session notes, and outcomes in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
- Educates patients and families on the value of recreation in health and wellness to support long-term recovery and community reintegration.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- Bachelor's Degree in recreation healthcare related field, preferably in recreation therapy required
- 0-1 years of experience in a clinical or behavioral health setting required
- Strong understanding of therapeutic recreation principles and interventions.
- Ability to plan and lead engaging, therapeutic activities tailored to patient needs.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with patients, families, and care teams.
- High level of empathy, patience, and clinical judgment.
- Proficient in documenting clinical services in an electronic health record system.
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist preferred or
- OT - Occupational Therapist – Registered preferred
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Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation
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