Recreational Therapist

About the role

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. You will join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic recreation-based treatment program opportunities, including individual and group therapy, in a safe, effective manner to all program participants.
• Complete assessment/evaluation in the areas of Recreational Therapy upon admission for all program participants.
• Work directly with paraprofessional staff to facilitate training and program participant growth in the areas of Recreational Therapy.
• Aid in the development of the rehabilitation plan of care to meet the needs of each program participant.
• Communicate with the program participant, family, and funders as needed regarding participant status and need of services.
• Remain current and compliant with federal, state, and accrediting body regulations and standards.
• Advocate and educate staff, program participants, and families in the areas of recreational therapy and therapeutic recreation.
• Procure and maintain all recreational equipment to assure safe and appropriate use by program participants and staff.
• Maintain best practice methods through continued education coursework.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreational Therapy.
• Two years of experience in a rehabilitation environment and/or work with persons with neurological and developmental deficits.
• Certification of CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist).
• Knowledge of rehabilitative techniques relative to recreation for persons with diverse neurological impairment.
• Ability to interpret evaluations from various disciplines (Neuropsychology, Occupational/Speech/Physical Therapies) and understand the relevance to your practice.
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm, professional manner.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
• Exceptional communication skills with an ability to establish trust and rapport quickly.
• A good listener with an ability to empathize while still providing guidance.

Pay

$56,000 per year

Schedule

Full-time position

Benefits

Full compensation/benefits package for full-time employees. 401(k) with company match. Paid time off and holiday pay. Complex work adding value to the organization’s mission alongside a great team of co-workers. Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities. We have meaningful work for you – come join our team.