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.
at Froedtert in Milwaukee, Wisconsin Posted in 1 day ago.
Job Description:
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BeHere Location:
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WI:
MILWAUKEE
at our
FROEDTERT HOSPITAL
facility. This job is
ON - SITE. FTE
0.800000
Standard Hours:
32.00
Shift:
Shift 1
Schedule:
Flexible hours, must be 4-8 hour shifts
Job Summary:
Recreational Therapist will be working in a Complex Intervention Unit where inpatients will have acute medical complications in addition to active mental health diagnosis. Experience with mental health patient population is preferred but not required. Provides recreational therapy services to improve the health and quality of life by reducing impairments of body function and structure, reducing activity limitations, participation restrictions, and environmental barriers of the population served. The recreation therapist facilitates full and optimal involvement in community life through the use of assessment, planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of specific therapeutic interventions. Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE DESCRIPTION
A minimum of one year of experience, preferably in a similar setting is required.
EDUCATION DESCRIPTION
Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation is required.
LICENSURE DESCRIPTION
Current certification through the NCTRC as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Mandatory certification within 90 days of hire. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire. Perks & Benefits at Froedtert Health Froedtert Health Offers a variety of perks & benefits to staff, depending on your role you may be eligible for the following: Paid time off Growth opportunity- Career Pathways & Career Tuition Assistance, CEU opportunities Academic Partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin Referral bonuses Retirement plan - 403b Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Free Workplace Clinics Employee Assistance Programs, Adoption Assistance, Healthy Contributions, Care@Work, Moving Assistance, Discounts on gym memberships, travel and other work life benefits available The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin regional health network is a partnership between Froedtert Health and the Medical College of Wisconsin supporting a shared mission of patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health network operates eastern Wisconsin's only academic medical center and adult Level I Trauma center engaged in thousands of clinical trials and studies. The Froedtert & MCW health network, which includes ten hospitals, nearly 2,000 physicians and more than 45 health centers and clinics draw patients from throughout the Midwest and the nation. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values and maintains an environment that attracts, recruits, engages and retains a diverse workforce. We welcome protected veterans to share their priority consideration status with us at 262-439-1961. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. During your application and interview process, if you have a need that requires an accommodation, please contact us at 262-439-1961. We will attempt to fulfill all reasonable accommodation requests.
