Recreational Therapist (CTRS)
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Dallas, Texas is conveniently located in Garland, Texas and has a beautiful facility with great staff. We provide quality care to adolescents and adults in the surrounding area for all behavioral mental health needs. We are excited to announce that we are seeking a Recreational Therapist to join our family of caring professionals at Perimeter Behavioral of Dallas! If you are a Licensed Recreational Therapist who is seeking to be a part of a professional team to assist in transforming the lives of our patients, then you should apply today. The Recreational Therapist responsibilities include the following:
Recreational Therapist will be responsible for knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psychological, educational, safety and related criteria for adolescent and adult population.
- Plan and administer therapeutic recreational activities reflecting special considerations for the following age categories: Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric.
- Complete Activity/Recreational Therapy Assessments
- Organize, conduct, and supervise recreational therapy activities which promote social interaction, personality adjustments, and character development, such as adapted sports, dramatics, social activities, arts, and crafts.
- Regulate content of program in accordance with patient’s capabilities, needs, and interests.
- Documentation of group sessions.
- Assist in developing, implementing, and managing new services and programs and integrates with existing services and programs.
- Define and implement treatment goals as part of the interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Plan and assist with programming outside of normal group hours for special events.
- Maintain and order appropriate materials and supplies for interventions.
- Valid License/Certification: Certified Recreation Therapist
- CPR/HWC Training Preferred
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in occupational, art, music or recreation therapy, humanities, social work or related therapeutic discipline or Master’s degree in Recreational therapy preferred.
- Qualified applicants also have a basic understanding of DSM V diagnostic criteria and a basic understanding of medical and psychiatric diagnoses and conditions.
- one year experience and knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
We are committed to providing an environment of diversity and inclusion where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and fellow employees. Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer regarding all recruitment, training, and selection process within the company regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local. #INDGARLAND
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