Activity Therapist, ATR

About the role

Join our StoneCrest team! As an Activity Therapist, you'll inspire hope and support recovery through therapeutic activities.

Responsibilities

• 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 facilitate 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 as 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
• 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.).
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Qualifications

Compassionate and energetic, with a belief that healing happens through creativity, movement, and connection.

Skills

• Therapeutic recreation and expressive therapies.
• Structured activities.
• Group and individual therapy facilitation.
• Self-expression and coping skill promotion.
• Positive, empathetic, and professional attitude.

Benefits

Total Rewards For Our Therapist Include:

• Health & Wellness – Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retailment Ready – 401(k) plan and company match.
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick days, and extended sick leave.
• Professional Growth – Growth potential like no other.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

10 HOUR SHIFTS - 4 DAYS A WEEK