• Recreational Therapist - Inpatient Psych - Casual

    Minnesota Visiting Nurse Agency (Minneapolis, MN)


    *SUMMARY:*

     

    We are currently seeking a*Casual Recreational Therapist*to join our Inpatient Psych team. This role will help cover both days and evenings on a combination of weekdays and weekends. Expectations of working at least 6 shift per month and 6 weekend shifts per quarter. Some pre-scheduled shifts with the ability to add hours. There are 2 positions available.

     

    *Purpose of the position:*Under general supervision, in order to aid in client rehabilitation, plans, organizes, and conducts a program of recreational activities and outings for groups of juveniles or adults in a residential treatment center, health care facility, or correctional facility

    *RESPONSIBILITIES:*

    * Organize and encourage suitable participation in recreational activities suited to improve clients physical and mental health conditions

    * Assess clients social and recreational needs, and develop goals with patients/clients about treatment areas they would like to improve

    * Consult with other health care providers and social service providers to discuss and develop overall optimal plans for improving client health and skills

    * Reviews notes pertaining to clients backgrounds (e.g. work, medical, and social) to determine possible future needs

    * Maintain records of clients progress toward achieving initial goals, clients participation in group activities, and clients behaviors

    * Identify current and future material requirements, and order and maintain supplies and equipment for recreational activities and programs

    * Teach lessons pertaining to academic and recreational skills and lead group activities in areas that improve clients social skills, organizational skills, communicative abilities, leisure education abilities, life skills, and self-confidence

    * Provide clients with opportunities to practice what they learn by organizing activities and outings in the community

    * Supervise clients during recreational groups and activities

    * Participate in in-service training activities pertaining to safety and security issues, CPR, recreation therapy, and institutional policies

    *QUALIFICATIONS:*

    */Minimum Qualifications:/*

    * Bachelors degree in therapeutic recreation or a related field

    */Preferred Qualifications:/*

    * Previous group recreation experience with adult psychiatric patients with an emphasis in groups

    * Experience in illness management and recovery and motivational interviewing

    * CTRS Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

    **Title:** *Recreational Therapist - Inpatient Psych – Casual *

    **Location:** *MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus*

    **Requisition ID:** *232614*