Description BENEFITS: In addition to working for a premier treatment center with competitive pay, our employees enjoy these other great benefits: + Three medical plan levels, dental and vision insurance + HSA with Company contribution + FSA, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account + Basic Life/AD&D and Supplemental Life Insurance + Short Term and Long Term Insurance + 401k with Company match + EAP (Employee Assistance Program) + Employee Discount Program + Generous PTO, Sick Time, paid holidays and professional development reimbursement ACTIVITY THERAPIST ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: + Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan. + Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facility patient progress with treatment goals. + Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness. + Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being. + Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such are sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs. + Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and helps the patient achieve his/her treatment goals. + Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings. + Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent. + Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups. + Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. EDUCATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS: + Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required. + Master’s degree preferred. + Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required. + Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred. + Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in the process of obtaining national certification; OR certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in expressive therapy area required. Qualifications Education Required + Bachelors or better Preferred + Masters or better Licenses & Certifications Required + Cert Recreational Thera Experience Preferred + 3 years: Previous experience in activity therapy in a healthcare setting