Recreation Therapist

About the role

Mission Community Hospital in Panorama City, California is seeking a qualified and dedicated Recreation Therapist to join their team. This is an individual contributor role that will work in a variety of settings. Responsibilities will range from providing direct care and support to individuals, families and groups. The Recreation Therapist will take a holistic approach by assessing the individual's diagnosis and formulating a treatment plan that will aid in their overall physical, mental, emotional health, improve quality of life and daily functioning. The successful candidate must demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and provide superior support to the patients, families and the health team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess the diagnosis of individuals served and formulate treatment plans and goals
• Interview and evaluate levels of functioning and determine the interventions or modalities by which their goals are to be achieved
• Facilitate and coordinate group therapy services
• Monitor patient progress and re-evaluate goals in order to develop a comprehensive plan
• Develop treatment objectives that are included in the treatment plan
• Provide direct care and support to individuals, families and groups
• Participate in staff meetings, in-services, and quality improvement activities
• Maintains detailed patient records, documents clinical notes on patient charts, and prepares progress reports in a timely manner
• Utilize evidence-based treatment in all aspects of the position
• Collaborates as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team, offering therapeutic insights where specific patient issues are discussed
• Designs and adjusts treatment programs based on the evolving needs of the patient
• Provides feedback to the interdisciplinary team regarding the patient's progress, recommending any necessary adjustments to the treatment plan
• Contributes to the planning and development of recreation therapy services and programs, including setting and evaluating program goals, objectives, and outcomes
• Facilitates individual and group therapy sessions designed to enhance physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and behavioral functioning, while fostering independence in daily activities
• Selects therapeutic interventions such as leisure education, social and recreational activities, arts, music, movement, exercise, sports, horticulture tailored to each patient's interests, needs, and abilities

Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in Recreation Therapy/Therapeutic Recreation or related field
• Current certification to practice as a Recreation Therapist issued by the California Board of Parks and Recreation Certification or certification to practice as a CTRS issued by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification
• Previous clinical experience in a mental health setting preferred
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic, positive attitude, compassion, excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of HIPAA regulations
• Policies/Ethical Conduct, adhering to state practices, and other regulatory agencies
• Strong organizational, problem solving, communication and time management skills
• Ability to work flexible hours

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement plan