Recreation Therapist-Part Time

About the role

The Recreational Therapist at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital is responsible for planning and implementing a medically prescribed recreational therapy program tailored to each patient's diagnosis, acuity, level of function, and cognitive status. This role involves performing in-depth evaluations using various assessment tools to identify patients' cognitive, social, emotional, and motor function for leisure/recreation participation. Treatment programs are primarily delivered through leisure education, adaptive leisure equipment, and activity analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements therapeutic recreation programs for patients in the inpatient rehab unit.
• Evaluates patients' cognitive, social, emotional, and motor function to tailor leisure activities.
• Utilizes assessment tools to determine appropriate leisure/recreation activities for patients.
• Trains patients and families in adaptive leisure techniques and equipment.
• Analyzes leisure activities to enhance patient engagement and recovery outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field.
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).
• BLS certification within 90 days of employment.

Qualifications

• One year of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with physical, cognitive, or emotional disabilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

• Knowledge of therapeutic recreation principles and practices.
• Proficiency in assessing and evaluating patient needs.
• Ability to adapt recreational activities to meet individual patient needs.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Adoption, fertility, and surrogacy reimbursement.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• Paid parental and family caregiver leave.
• Emergency backup care.
• Long-term, short-term disability, and critical illness insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k)/403(b) with employer match.
• Tuition assistance.
• Discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education.
• Student debt pay down.
• Pet insurance.
• Legal resources plan.

Pay

$30.00 - $35.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Schedule

Part-time, 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 1 - 5 pm.