Recreational Therapist - Non-Certified - Long Term Care - Lakewood - (PRN, As Needed)

Recreational Therapist

• Non-Certified
• Long Term Care
• Lakewood
• (PRN, As Needed) locations UH Lakewood Medical Center time type Part time posted on Posted 14 Days Ago job requisition id

R0016757

If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must via the internal career site. and . Recreational Therapist

• Non-Certified
• Long Term Care
• Lakewood
• (PRN, As Needed) 101 Truman Medical Center Job Location UH Lakewood Medical Center Kansas City, Missouri Department Long Term Care Unit UHLMC Position Type Part time Work Schedule varied Hours Per Week 4 Job Description The Recreation Therapist (Non-Certified) plans and leads therapeutic recreation activities that support the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being of adult and geriatric patients.

This role helps individuals build daily living and community functioning skills while working closely with Certified Recreation Therapists and the interdisciplinary care team. What You'll Do Evaluate and treat clients with physician referral; develop and document therapeutic recreation plans of care Plan and facilitate group and individual therapeutic recreation interventions Monitor client progress and adjust interventions as needed Participate in multidisciplinary care plan meetings Support department planning, team communication, and program operations Maintain equipment and ensure a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment Assist in mentoring interns, assistants, and volunteers Promote quality improvement, safety, and culturally responsive care Maintain compliance with professional standards and organizational policies Minimum Requirements High school diploma or equivalent Strong verbal communication skills to lead therapeutic activities Written communication skills for required documentation Current BCLS certification (if required by department/program) Family Care Safety Registry Must meet Fleet Driving Safety and Compliance Policy requirements Preferred Associate's degree or completion of a college program One year of related experience Ready to Help Patients Thrive? If you're creative, compassionate, and passionate about helping adults and seniors improve their quality of life through therapeutic activities, today and join our team.