Recreational Therapist

Adelphi is seeking a Recreational Therapist to provide services at a residential behavioral health facility in Pueblo of Acoma, New Mexico. The ideal candidate will deliver recreational therapy to Native American adolescents, ages 13 to 17, helping them improve self-esteem, manage chemical dependencies, and develop lifelong recovery skills. The therapist will create individualized treatment plans and facilitate therapeutic activities designed to support these goals. Job Quick Facts: • Job ID: GS-NSRTC-01 • Profession: Recreational Therapist • Location: Pueblo of Acoma, New Mexico • Facility Type: Adolescent behavioral health and substance use treatment facility • Job Type: Contract • Assignment Length: 1 year (Potential for a long term contract) • Shift Schedule: 40 hours/week, Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm • Rate: $55/hr Requirements: • Bachelor's degree or higher in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation Therapy • National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) • At least 1 year of experience working with youth in clinical or therapeutic setting especially with behavioral health, co-occurring disorders, or trauma-informed care. Responsibilities: • Conduct individual assessments of each resident at the time of admission. • Use this information to develop an individualized recreation therapy treatment plan. • Plan and implement individual and group recreation activities for adolescents at facility using accepted recreational therapy techniques for youth with chemical dependence, emotional and behavioral disturbances. • Document in the resident's medical record progress regarding objectives, goals, changes in resident's condition and in recreational treatment plan. • Plan, implement and evaluate adventure-based programming which includes camping, fishing, cross country, skiing, hiking, backpacking, etc. • Identify and ensure procurement of proper equipment needed to complete planned recreational activities. • Ensure the recreation component of the treatment plan adheres to The Joint Commission (TJC) standards. • Attend and participate in treatment team meetings and treatment plan reviews. • Work closely with other facility staff to provide holistic treatment services.