Recreational Therapist Behavioral Geriatric Unit

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

• Observes patient response and encourages socialization.
• Provides patients with information regarding resources and therapeutic recreational/leisure activities in the community.
• Develops, plans, and provides individual and group recreational therapy sessions, Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care, updating as indicated.
• Collaborates with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Documents patient progress and treatment outcomes accurately and timely.
• Adapts activities to meet the specific needs and abilities of each patient.
• Educates patients and their families about the benefits and goals of recreational/leisure therapy.
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment during all activities.
• Performs evaluations and re-evaluations according to department standards, establishing, implementing, and adapting individualized treatment plans for patients, including goals, treatment activities, and frequency.
• Demonstrates efficient management and prioritization of patient caseload, adjusting and adapting to changes in patient census by altering working hours as needed to assist in other areas.
• Provides training and supervision for appropriate team members, volunteers, and students.
• Maintains productivity standards as defined by the department, through effective time management and clinical efficiency and adjusts work hours to meet the needs of the patients as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Entry level professional competency of Recreational Therapy practice, theory, principles, and applications. Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English

• Bachelor's [Required]

• in Therapeutic Recreation

• 2+ years experience [Preferred]

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) [Required]
• NonViolent Crisis Intervention Program [Preferred]

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.