Recreation Therapy Tech - PRN Weekends| Voyages Conroe

Recreational Therapy Technician

This position is responsible for facilitating recreational activities under the direction of Recreational Therapist. Recording patient information pertinent to the treatment plan, maintaining direct patient observation during group times; leading patient education, community, goal, and activity groups. The RTT adjusts therapeutic approach to acuity, age, gender, and cultural considerations. Does not assume independent responsibility for patient care. Job duties are accomplished in a manner consistent with the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Voyages Behavioral Health.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. This is a non-exempt position.

I. Patient Care

In collaboration with licensed staff, organizes patient care and general unit activities to accomplish required functions; prioritizes workload, and completes assignments in a timely manner. Provides an appropriate environment for the provision of care to individual patients by maintaining the patient milieu in an orderly manner and by assisting in the maintenance of a neat work environment. Records care given as well as observed responses to treatment, including patient's participation in ADLs.

Data is complete, accurate, and comprehensive. Applies principles of infection control in the provision of patient care. Applies principles of growth and development, over the lifespan, to identify patient and caregiver needs relative to age-specific needs by adapting patient care to the needs of the patient population assigned. Consistently implements standards for the behavioral health unit that promote the maintenance of patient rights to include: special patient rights applicable to a behavioral health unit;

identification and reporting of any suspected patient abuse; explanation of patient expectations; maintenance of confidentiality; adaptation of care for all ages of patients served, as noted above; ethical considerations; appropriate reporting of patient complaints. Initiates personal learning activities to increase understanding & update appropriate skills through both formal and informal activities. Supervises patient activity and monitors behavior at all times during groups.

Implements, coordinates, and engages in emergency and crisis intervention strategies and responses. Assists in performing functional assessments of behaviors and developing intervention strategies. Provides and/or accompanies transport and supervision of patients. Works with patients to ensure needs and schedules are met. Supports the patient and the interdisciplinary teams. Facilitates recreational activities (groups). Documents group notes.

II. Customer Service

Maintains the highest level of customer service via courtesy, compassion, and positive communication. Promotes the mission and vision of PAM Health within the work environment and the community. Respects dignity and confidentiality by adherence to all applicable policies and procedures.

III. Health and Safety

Works in a manner that promotes safety; wears clothing appropriate to the performance of the job. Participates in OSHA required training. Follows universal precautions as appropriate for position; complies with Employee Health requirements for continued employment. Reports unsafe practices to management. Knows own role in case of an emergency.

Education and Training:
High School Diploma

Experience:

Behavioral health hospital or healthcare experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Verbal ability to effectively express ideas and views for communication with (as appropriate) pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, visitors, and staff members. Ability to read and write English language including basic medical terminology and abbreviations. Ability to document appropriately. Cognitive ability to make judgments and problem solve. Organizational ability to complete recreational therapeutic tech tasks in a timely and efficient manner.

Capacity to relate to people in a manner to win confidence and establish rapport. Flexibility to adjust to changing conditions and the various details of the job. Continuously alert to potential safety risks and unsafe conditions.