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Bassett Healthcare NetworkPosted 25 months ago

Activity Therapy Specialist

$43,056–$43,056 year

On-siteCooperstown, New York, United States

Part TimeAssociates DegreeLarge

Job Summary

Assess and evaluate psychosocial functioning, formulate treatment goals, and implement individualized therapeutic activities for inpatient psychiatry patients within 48 hours of admission. Manage daily schedules of individual and group activities, document patient progress, and maintain supply inventory and equipment per supervisory review. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, nursing leadership, and community agencies to provide patient-centered care, while participating in team meetings and ensuring compliance with Bassett Healthcare education requirements through annual educational activities. Maintain connections with community resources and deliver care in a non-judgmental manner sensitive to patient diversity.

Required Qualifications

  • 2 Year/Associates Degree in Recreation, Human Services, Creative Arts or related field
  • 6 months of experience with recreational therapy or similar field

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience may be considered in lieu of education
  • Master's Degree in Recreation, Human Services, Creative Arts or related field
  • 1 year experience working with psychiatric patients
  • Certification in any related field

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