? 3 Days Left! Recreation Therapist Position Available In Forsyth, North Carolina

Job Description:

Overview:

Recreational Therapist

• Part Time Transform LivesThrough Recreation at Novant Health!

Location:

Winston Salem, NC

• Forsyth Medical Center Department:

  Behavioral Health Therapy PartTime

• 7:30am
• 4:00pm; Rotating Weekends (varied days) Why JoinUs?

At Novant Health, we’re redefining healthcare by integratingtherapeutic recreation into patient care. As a RecreationalTherapist, you’ll be at the forefront of this mission, usinginnovative activities to promote healing and well-being.

WhatYou’ll Do:

• Design and lead therapeutic activities tailored todiverse patient needs.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary teamto develop comprehensive care plans.
• Assess patient progress andadapt interventions for optimal outcomes.
• Foster an environmentof inclusivity, creativity, and compassion.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field.
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) and LicensedRecreational Therapist (LRT) in North Carolina.
• Experience inbehavioral health settings preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skillsand a passion for patient-centered care.

Benefits:

• Competitivesalary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities forprofessional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborativework environment.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Ready to Make a Difference? Join a team where your creativity andcompassion can change lives. Apply now to become a part of NovantHealth’s innovative approach to healthcare. At Novant Health, oneof our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging thestrengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strongorganization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to ourpatients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicantsfrom all group dynamics to apply to our exciting careeropportunities.

Qualifications:

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Education:

Bachelor’s degree,required. Graduate of National Recreation and Parks Association /American Association of Leisure and Recreation (NRPA/AALR)accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree isrequired. New graduates after January 1, 2007 must hold NationalCertification (CTRS) and North Carolina State Licensure (LRT).Current practitioners must have the ability to obtain NationalCertification (CTRS) and North Carolina State Licensure (LRT) byJanuary 1, 2008.

• Experience:

  One year clinical experience inbehavioral health, preferred.

• Licensure/Certification:

  NC stateapproved curricula for restrictive interventions (facilityspecific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments andBehavioral Health units, required.

• Additional skills required:

Conduct assessments. Maintain a caseload and responsible fordocumentation regarding caseload patients. Provide clinicalservices to a wide range of ages, cultures and socio-economicbackgrounds. Keep accurate and appropriate record. Perform well ina work environment dependent upon mutual support, a high degree ofindependence, and a strong team concept. Skill at presenting togroups, facilitating group interaction and providing one to onesessions as needed.

• Additional skills preferred: One yearexperience of mental health/substance abuse background with aworking knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis and therapeuticinterventions with the mental health/substance abuse population.

Responsibilities:

It is the responsibility of every Novant Healthteam member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience inevery dimension, every time.

• Our team members are part of anenvironment that fosters team work, team member engagement andcommunity involvement.
• The successful team member has acommitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support ofquality care.
• All Novant Health team members are responsible forfostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of”First Do No Harm”.