Recreational Therapist
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GENERAL PURPOSE:

The Recreational Therapist on the Adult Inpatient Services is a member of the Interdisciplinary treatment team and provides direct clinical services to patients. The Recreational Therapist follows NCTRC standards, while providing evidence-based programming that is strength-based and patient centered for the purpose of crisis intervention, skill building, and stabilization. The Recreational Therapist provides therapeutic groups or individual sessions, aimed at providing a safe space for patients to explore creative ways of managing symptoms, while building healthy coping skills, and increasing socialization, through music, art, writing, journaling, mindfulness, relaxation, physical outlets, and education. The Recreational Therapist may provide group therapy that is more psycho-educational and process oriented in nature.

**JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**

+ Plans, organizes, facilitates daily therapeutic groups and activities, focusing on individual needs/strengths of the patients. Utilizes evidence-based, therapeutic modalities in art, music, creative writing and journaling, while incorporating skills from various therapies, such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive therapy.

+ Observes, assesses and manages patient's behaviors and interactions with peers and staff, while facilitating groups or 1:1'interventions. Provides therapeutic interventions as needed. Utilizes CPI methods when managing challenging behaviors.

+ Conducts and documents initial interview/assessment of newly admitted patients to determine readiness/appropriateness for participation in groups or individual sessions. Documents each patient's weekly treatment goals, interventions, daily progress in groups/individual sessions, and level of participation.

+ Communicates effectively by attending daily morning/evening report. Attends treatment planning, as scheduling permits. Attends monthly team meetings, and participates in Unit Council as needed. Communicates effectively with staff regarding any behavioral issues observed in groups/1:1's. May also participate in sub-committees or be a designated Unit-Champion.

+ Responsible for maintaining equipment & supplies. Inventories assigned unit group/activity supplies and initiates ordering of supplies/equipment through approved vendors while staying within budget. May also need to shop locally when supplies are not available through vendors. Ensures the safety & cleanliness of all materials before using with patients.

+ Provides observation opportunities/guidance for interns, shadowing students, and prospective hires. Assists with orientation for new hires. May have to cover other units during staffing shortages or extended leaves of absences. Keeps up to date with all MyPath mandatory trainings.

**QUALIFICATIONS:**

+ Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, or in Recreation with a concentration in Recreational Therapy and completed relevant clinical education required.

OR

+ Equivalent combination of education and experience required.

+ Some experience in working with individuals or groups in a clinical setting with basic concepts of psychology and pathology preferred.

+ Basic knowledge of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and/or Cognitive Therapy. CPI Training. Must be able to facilitate groups independently or with a co-facilitator preferred.

+ Registry Credentials (NCTRC) or MT-BC. Undergraduate affiliate training and prior professional experience in a psychiatric setting preferred.

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University's mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.

**How To Apply**

All applicants must apply online.

_EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled_

**Pay Range**

Pay Range: $22.45 - $30.31 Hourly

_The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations._

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**Location:** Strong Memorial Hospital

**Full/Part Time:** Full-Time

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