HCA West Florida
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Indian Rocks,
FL
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Recreational Therapist provides treatment services and recreational activities for individuals and groups receiving programming within the Behavioral Health treatment arenas. The Recreational Therapist will use a variety of techniques (ie, art, crafts, dance, movement etc.) to assist Behavioral Health patients in better understanding and dealing with their unique/individualized mental health needs. In addition, Recreational therapists will assist Behavioral Health patients integrate into the community by teaching them how to use community resources and recreational activities.
Qualifications
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POSITION REQUIREMENTS
A. Education:
Graduate from an accredited program in Therapeutic Recreation with a Bachelor's or Master's Degree.
B. Experience:
Successful completion of an accredited therapeutic recreation training program and 1-3 years experience.
C. Other Qualifications:
1. NCTRC Certification; CPI or other approved training
2. Current BLS certification by the American Heart Association .
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
* Requires corrected hearing, vision to within functional ranges.
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Requires frequent bending, reaching, squatting and kneeling, moving and lifting patients, and sufficient manual dexterity to operate therapeutic equipment.
* Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
* Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actions in volatile situations.
* Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.
Indian Rocks, FL
Indian Rocks, Florida
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