ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtain information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treat plan.

· Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facilitate 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 help the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.

· Plan and implement activity interventions that promote a safe use of leisure time.

· Provide activity interventions to promote the development of social skills and leisure independence.

· Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.

· Direct and supervise activity staff in their implementation of the activity therapy program and services, if applicable.

· 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.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

· Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

· Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.

· Master’s degree preferred.

· Two or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility is required.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

· CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

· First aid may be required based on state or facility.