Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - 751026

Job Description

• Plan, organize and participate in medically orientated recreational therapy programs to include evaluating extent of abilities and limitations and assisting patient regain coordination through the utilization of selected recreational therapy procedures; determine activity assignments to obtain a therapeutic goal.

• Assist clients in performing activities of all types

• Use physical exercises to help patients increase strength and dexterity

• Use activities to help patients improve visual acuity and the ability to discern patterns

• Design treatment plans and recommend programs suited to individual potential and rehabilitative needs.

• Coordinate therapy with other therapeutic activities according to patient's needs, capabilities, interests and treatment goals and objectives.

• Participate in ward rounds, patient care conferences, consultations and educational programs designed to improve patient care and staff performance; recommend new therapy methods and techniques.

• Prepare and maintain a variety of records and files indicating patient progress, care plans and related statistical data as required by departmental and hospital policies.

• Provide instruction, guidance and technical assistance to assistants, aides and other members of the health care team in recreational therapy methods and techniques.

• Assist in recommending the selection and purchase of materials, supplies and equipment.

• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein

Requirements

Education

Required:

High School

Licenses & Certifications

Required:

C-Cert Thera Rec Spec

Preferred:

C-Heartsaver

C-BLS

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Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - 751026

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