MGR - ACTIVITY/REC THERAPY

The Recreation Therapy Manager is responsible for working with the recreational therapists and group specialists to develop, plan and manage activities that aid in improving the physical, cognitive, emotional and social functioning of residents. Individual and group-based interventions to address therapeutic treatment goals for residents

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Recreation Therapy or in a Creative Art Therapy field (i.e., Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Dance Therapy or Psychodrama); or a major in a related therapeutic discipline. Master's degree, preferred.

Experience: Two (2) years of experience developing and implementing recreational treatment plans and assessments for patients; knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.

Licensure: Certification preferred.

Additional Requirements: Successful completion of CPR Certification and successful completion of CPI - de-escalation and restraint training prior to assisting with a restraining procedure. Certification training may be obtained during new hire orientation. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.