Recreational Therapist - Non-Certified - Long Term Care - Lakewood - (PRN, As Ne
University Health KC, Lees Summit, MO, United States
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Recreational Therapist - Non-Certified - Long Term Care - Lakewood - (PRN, As Needed)
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
UH Lakewood Medical Center
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
Long Term Care Unit UHLMC
Position Type
Part time
Work Schedule
Varied
Hours Per Week
4
Job Description
The
Recreation Therapist (Non-Certified)
plans and leads therapeutic recreation activities that support the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being of adult and geriatric patients. This role helps individuals build daily living and community functioning skills while working closely with Certified Recreation Therapists and the interdisciplinary care team.
What You’ll Do
Evaluate and treat clients with physician referral; develop and document therapeutic recreation plans of care
Plan and facilitate group and individual therapeutic recreation interventions
Monitor client progress and adjust interventions as needed
Participate in multidisciplinary care plan meetings
Support department planning, team communication, and program operations
Maintain equipment and ensure a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment
Assist in mentoring interns, assistants, and volunteers
Promote quality improvement, safety, and culturally responsive care
Maintain compliance with professional standards and organizational policies
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong verbal communication skills to lead therapeutic activities
Written communication skills for required documentation
Current BCLS certification (if required by department/program)
Family Care Safety Registry
Must meet Fleet Driving Safety and Compliance Policy requirements
Preferred
Associate’s degree or completion of a college program
One year of related experience
Ready to Help Patients Thrive?
If you’re creative, compassionate, and passionate about helping adults and seniors improve their quality of life through therapeutic activities,
apply today and join our team.
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Recreational Therapist - Non-Certified - Long Term Care - Lakewood - (PRN, As Needed)
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
UH Lakewood Medical Center
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
Long Term Care Unit UHLMC
Position Type
Part time
Work Schedule
Varied
Hours Per Week
4
Job Description
The
Recreation Therapist (Non-Certified)
plans and leads therapeutic recreation activities that support the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being of adult and geriatric patients. This role helps individuals build daily living and community functioning skills while working closely with Certified Recreation Therapists and the interdisciplinary care team.
What You’ll Do
Evaluate and treat clients with physician referral; develop and document therapeutic recreation plans of care
Plan and facilitate group and individual therapeutic recreation interventions
Monitor client progress and adjust interventions as needed
Participate in multidisciplinary care plan meetings
Support department planning, team communication, and program operations
Maintain equipment and ensure a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment
Assist in mentoring interns, assistants, and volunteers
Promote quality improvement, safety, and culturally responsive care
Maintain compliance with professional standards and organizational policies
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong verbal communication skills to lead therapeutic activities
Written communication skills for required documentation
Current BCLS certification (if required by department/program)
Family Care Safety Registry
Must meet Fleet Driving Safety and Compliance Policy requirements
Preferred
Associate’s degree or completion of a college program
One year of related experience
Ready to Help Patients Thrive?
If you’re creative, compassionate, and passionate about helping adults and seniors improve their quality of life through therapeutic activities,
apply today and join our team.
#J-18808-Ljbffr