Expressive Therapist (PRN)

About the role

Your Work Matters How will you make a difference? Join our dynamic team at Lake Behavioral Hospital and make a difference as a PRN Expressive Therapist! In this role, you'll plan and execute engaging activity services for our patients, contributing directly to their treatment goals and overall well-being. As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you'll provide continuous care, interaction, and positive role modeling to patients, fostering an environment conducive to healing and growth. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact in behavioral healthcare, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Document and communicate changes in patient's appearance, behavior, and ability to work towards treatment plan goals.
• Provide assessment in psychosocial/leisure and recreational skills development/deficiency.
• Assist patients in achieving their optimum level of independent functioning.
• Plan and implement activity therapy for assigned patient caseload within the facility.
• Model and teach patients appropriate social, coping, and stress management techniques.
• Contribute to treatment plans with specific goals and interventions in therapeutic activities.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited college or university in Music Therapy or Therapeutic Recreation; Master’s Degree or higher in Occupational Therapy, Art Therapy, Dance/Movement Therapy, Physical Therapy, or Drama Therapy; or equivalent/related field.
• Experience: One (1) year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and understanding of mental illness, preferred.
• Licensure: Certification or licensure by state and/or national governing body in one of the following areas: Recreation Therapy (CTRS); Occupational Therapy (NBCOT); Art Therapy (ATR); Dance/Movement Therapy (R-DMT); Drama Therapy (RDT); or Music Therapy (MT-BC).

Benefits

• Cafeteria on site + discounted meals
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free parking
• Career & training development opportunities
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Engaged management team dedicated to your success
• A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Pay

This is a per diem role, and the expected compensation is $35.00/hour. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be given to experience and skill level.

Schedule

Schedule 8am-4pm (Recreation, Music, Art, Yoga)