Recreation Therapist; Certified - PRN

Responsibilities

Windmoor Healthcare, located in Clearwater Florida is a 144-bed comprehensive behavioral health care facility that provides a wide range of inpatient and partial hospitalization programs and services. Our facility has been providing intensive treatment of dual diagnosis issues and the comprehensive approach is highly individualized, designed to guide patients and their families through the process of intervention, assessment and treatment.

The candidate selected will be responsible for the following:

The Recreational Therapist is responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

• Integrates visual music or art (drawing, painting and other art forms) and the creative process with models of counseling and psychotherapy.
• Uses the creative process of self-expression to help clients resolve conflicts/problems, increase self-esteem, self-awareness, and achieve insight.
• Performs in an effective and efficient manner, which is consistent with current standards for the position and with policies/procedures of the facility.
• Maintains appropriate documentation on client progress as required by regulatory requirements and professional standards.

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

• Must possess CTRS or Master’s degree in Occupational, Art Therapy or Music Therapy.
• Three (3) years of experience in Recreational therapy is preferred.
• One (1) year of experience in psychiatric or chemical dependency field preferred.
• The candidate must be able to work independently and be a self-starter.
• Must be able to work Weekends.

This opportunity provides the following:

• UHS is Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
  401k plan with company match (if applicable)
• Generous Paid Time Off (For FT only)