Part-Time Activity Therapist - Behavioral Hospital
$33,280–$37,440 year
On-siteArlington, Texas, United States
EXPIREDArlington, Texas, United StatesOn-sitePart Time$33,280–$37,440 yearHealthcareMedium
Part TimeMediumHealthcare
Job Summary
Supervise patients and lead Recreation Therapy groups while implementing individual treatment plans and daily living skills training. Provide one-to-one support for social development and crisis intervention, modifying activities to meet varying functional levels and behavioral needs. Maintain facility safety, document progress reports and behavior observations, and actively collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to contribute to patient care plans. Accompany patients to meals, educational sessions, and off-site activities as required.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, or Occupational Therapy preferred
- Knowledge of psychiatric care and mental illness
- Strong group facilitation skills
- Excellent documentation abilities
- Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings and holidays
Desired Qualifications
- One year experience in behavioral health setting
- Background in psychiatric patient care
- Experience with diverse patient populations
- Crisis intervention training
- Knowledge of mental health recovery principles
- Strong therapeutic assessment skills
- Excellence in group facilitation
- Creative problem-solving abilities
- Cultural sensitivity
- Team collaboration
- Crisis management capabilities
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