Part Time Recreational Therapist

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Part Time Recreational Therapist to join our TEAM!

Schedule: 1p-7p Monday, Friday, Saturday (4th day will be your preference)

Advanced Recovery Systems is an integrated behavioral healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse and mental health issues. We put behavioral health front and center, providing assistance to people with substance abuse issues, addictions and mental health concerns.

With facilities in various regions of the U.S., we have been furthering this mission since our inception, applying our advanced approach to patient care.

Every facility in the Advanced Recovery Systems network strives to provide the highest quality of care, using evidence-based therapeutic models that really work. Our goal is to help men, women and adolescents live healthy, happy lives without the burden of substance abuse or mental illness.

The Recreational Therapist is responsible for planning, directing and coordinating approved recreation programs for patients in treatment. The Recreational Therapist is responsible for conducting recreational therapy groups and documenting in accordance with treatment plan goals. This position will be responsible for coordinating and facilitating community-based activities for patients in PHP and IOP levels of care.

Core Job Duties:

• Facilitate recreational therapy groups and document session notes within 24 hours in accordance with treatment plan goals.
• Create evidenced based content of recreational therapy curriculum.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure 100% group attendance and participation.
• Observes, assesses and records patient participation and progress during recreational sessions,
• Plans, organizes, and directs recreational activities to facilitate patient recovery and well-being which may include off-site outings.
• Coordinates and facilitates activities committee meeting to ensure distribution of monthly activities calendar.
• Ensure inventory of supplies are provided on-site.
• Assists clinical team to develop a treatment plan to meet needs recreational needs of the patient.
• Uses substance abuse and co-occurring therapeutic interventions and de-escalation techniques to assist patients with accomplishing all treatment plans goals and objectives and successfully complete treatment.

Other Required Tasks:

• Prepares and submit reports and charts to treatment team to reflect patient progress.
• Uses information from medical records, staff and patients to assess patient capabilities and interests.
• Counsel and encourage patients to develop leisure activities.
• Evaluate effectiveness of services provided with the assistance of the Clinical Director.
• Assists the clinical team with patient interventions when needed.
• Maintains positive relationships with all staff.
• Maintains healthy boundaries with patients and staff.
• Asks for and accepts feedback from supervisors.
• Provides a safe and therapeutic environment to all staff and patients.
• Communicates significant patient developments to supervisor.
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities and contribute to the success of the organization.
• Pursues professional development through participation in education and training programs.
• Contributes positively to the morale of other staff members.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Education/Experience/Credentials:

• Minimum high school diploma is required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience preferred.
• Experience in recreational therapy within a behavioral health setting.
• Experience facilitating therapy groups.
• Experience documenting treatment plans or session notes.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary clinical teams and patients in treatment.
• Good driving record that meets safety and company insurance standards.
• National or State Certification in Recreation Therapy required.
• CPR and Standard First Aid certification required.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of the Principles and Practices of the discipline.
• Knowledge of substance use treatment.
• Knowledge of co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission Standards.
• Knowledge of State & Federal Statutes Regarding Patient Confidentiality laws.
• Knowledge of Drug-Free Workplace Policies.
• Knowledge of Workplace Violence policies.

We offer great benefits including 401(k), paid time off plan, medical, dental, vision, and much more.