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Therapist- Partial Hospitalization
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What they do
A Recreational Therapist directs and coordinates recreational activities for people with disabilities or illness to help them improve their emotional and physical well-being, improve motor skills and increase confidence. Leads activities involving movement, sports, games, and other activities for brain stimulation. Assists patients with disabilities to learn to use public resources such as parks and public transportation, and integrate in the community. Works with people of all ages, in schools, nursing homes, clinics and other healthcare facilities, or in parks and recreation departments.
$64,615 / year median in Pennsylvania
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Job duties include:
Evaluation and Goal Setting for an assigned caseload Develop and conduct Group Therapy on an array of topics using a variety of interventions Provide Individual Therapy to an assigned caseload Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings Complete required documentation on a daily basis Coordinate services with residential and support staff At Chartiers Center we offer the following benefits: Competitive Annual Salary Medical, Dental and Vision Short- and Long-Term Disability Life Insurance Retirement Plan
- 6% Employer Contribution after one year 8 Paid Holidays Generous PTO (Paid Time Off) Tuition Reimbursement Full Time Daylight Hours
- Monday-Friday Positive and fulfilling work environment!
Qualifications:
Master's Level Therapists with one year experience Diversity and Inclusion- Each of our clients/individuals is uniquely different and so are we.