San Jose Behavioral Health Hospital
Activity Therapist - Full Time
San Jose Behavioral Health Hospital, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
Overview
Activity Therapist - Part Time Days (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Schedule) at San Jose Behavioral Health Hospital. Salary Range: $24.00 per hour - $39.00 per hour, depending on work experience. San Jose Behavioral Health is seeking to hire a motivated, team-oriented Activity Recreation Therapist - Part Time to join our growing team. The hospital provides inpatient treatment for a range of behavioral and mental health disorders and is located in San Jose, serving residents of Santa Clara County, San Mateo County, and Alameda County. For more information, please visit: https://www.sanjosebh.com/ Responsibilities
Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview to gather information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the treatment plan. Plan, organize, direct and implement activities within the treatment program to facilitate patient progress toward treatment goals. Plan and implement an activities program including therapeutic leisure skills, leisure education and leisure awareness. Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being. Instruct patients in activities and techniques such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques to meet individual needs. Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and help achieve treatment goals. Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings. Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent. Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards patients; ensure patient safety and address complaints appropriately. Other Functions
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned. Education/Experience/Skill Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required. Master’s degree preferred. Three or more years of experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of the patient population served by the facility required. Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred. Licenses/Certifications
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or in the process of obtaining national certification; OR certified in area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure with certification in expressive therapy area required. CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements. Compensation
Salary Range = $24.00 per hour - $39.00 per hour - Depending on experience. Compensation varies by location, role, skill set and experience, as required by local law. Equal Opportunity
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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Activity Therapist - Part Time Days (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Schedule) at San Jose Behavioral Health Hospital. Salary Range: $24.00 per hour - $39.00 per hour, depending on work experience. San Jose Behavioral Health is seeking to hire a motivated, team-oriented Activity Recreation Therapist - Part Time to join our growing team. The hospital provides inpatient treatment for a range of behavioral and mental health disorders and is located in San Jose, serving residents of Santa Clara County, San Mateo County, and Alameda County. For more information, please visit: https://www.sanjosebh.com/ Responsibilities
Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview to gather information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the treatment plan. Plan, organize, direct and implement activities within the treatment program to facilitate patient progress toward treatment goals. Plan and implement an activities program including therapeutic leisure skills, leisure education and leisure awareness. Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being. Instruct patients in activities and techniques such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques to meet individual needs. Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and help achieve treatment goals. Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings. Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent. Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards patients; ensure patient safety and address complaints appropriately. Other Functions
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned. Education/Experience/Skill Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required. Master’s degree preferred. Three or more years of experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of the patient population served by the facility required. Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred. Licenses/Certifications
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or in the process of obtaining national certification; OR certified in area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure with certification in expressive therapy area required. CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements. Compensation
Salary Range = $24.00 per hour - $39.00 per hour - Depending on experience. Compensation varies by location, role, skill set and experience, as required by local law. Equal Opportunity
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.
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