FT/PRN Activity Therapist

About the role

The Activity Therapist plans, directs and implements activity therapy programs as part of a patient's treatment plan. The role is full-time or part-time and focuses on using therapeutic leisure activities to support patient progress toward treatment goals.

Key responsibilities

• Complete activity assessments through observation and interviews with patients and families, gathering information on needs, skills, interests and limitations.
• Plan, organize and lead activity sessions that improve mental and physical well-being, covering therapeutic leisure skills, leisure education and awareness.
• Instruct patients in activities such as sports, dance, music, art and relaxation techniques tailored to their needs.
• Develop treatment plans and modify activities to suit specific groups.
• Engage patients in exercise, games and community outings, and help them learn social skills needed to become or stay independent.
• Maintain a positive, empathetic and professional attitude, resolve complaints when patient needs are not met, and treat patient safety as a top priority.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or a related field; master's degree preferred.
• Three or more years of experience in recreation in a healthcare setting, with knowledge of the patient population served by the facility; previous healthcare experience preferred.
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently working toward national certification, or certified in a specialty area (art, dance, music, etc.).
• Clinical professional licensure (e.g., LCPC, LPC) with certification in an expressive therapy area.
• CPR, de-escalation and restraint certification required (training provided after hire); first aid may be required depending on state or facility rules.