Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

About the role

Plans, develops, organizes, implements, supervises, and evaluates a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program as an integral part of the individualized rehabilitation process. Assists patients in attaining and maintaining optimum functioning and a satisfying lifestyle. Job Duties Updates treatments plans weekly and leads discussions at team conferences. Designs goal directed, individualized treatment plans for each patient to assist in the patients rehabilitation process. Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of treatments and modifies treatment plans as indicated to obtain goals. Collaborates with the Volunteer Department, facilitates and evaluates special programs such as Pet Therapy, Friendly Visitors, or any additional programs that may be beneficial to the residents being serviced. Ensures timely changes to the plan of care are documented and communicated to the patient, health care team, and family members as appropriate. Develops weekly and monthly calendars that include a variety of activities based on resident interests and suggestions. Plans and conducts activities that are relevant to the specific needs, interests, and cultural background of the patients. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Therapeutic Recreation, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or related field 1 year Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in a healthcare setting or 1 year Social program or health care setting Problem solving skills. Preferred Qualifications Less than 1 year Recreation Therapy Ability to interact and assess individuals with differences and psychiatric disorders. CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification within 30 Days Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities. https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUY Lehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes. Work Shift: Day Shift Address: 2545 Schoenersville Rd Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg Position Type: Onsite Union: Not Applicable Work Schedule: Monday-Sunday 7:30a-4:00p, variable weekends and holidays Department: 1004-06128 Psych Rehab And Case Mgt - Muhl