What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation/Activity Therapist III position at Paradise Valley Hospital?
| Location | US-CA-Chula Vista | ID | 2024-185554 | Category | Clinical Professional | Position Type | Full Time | Shift | Days | Job Type | Non-Exempt |
- 401K Retirement Plan
- Outstanding Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Many more voluntary benefit options!
Conducts a therapeutic recreation program within the hospital to facilitate rehabilitation of the physically and mentally disabled. The Activity Therapist directs patient participation in selected activities such as games, social activities, sports or music to create an atmosphere of sociability, to provide a means of creative expression and to facilitate the learning skills for recreating during hospitalization and after discharge in the community. Creates an environment that allows the patient to explore his/her own potential, cultivate positive morale and minimize distress of illness.
Education and Work Experience
- Is a Board Certified in Recreation Therapy or Art Therapist or Expressive Arts Therapy or related field or is Board Certified Recreation Therapy or Art Therapist or Expressive Arts Therapy or related field and has an approved Licensure in the state of California.
- Bachelors or Masters Degree in Recreation Therapy or Art Therapist or Expressive Arts Therapy or related field.
- Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or Registered Therapeutic Recreate (RTR) preferred.
- Minimum one (1) year experience in Behavioral Healthcare, rehabilitative or SNF setting preferred.
- Behavioral Violence Prevention within 6 months of hire and maintain current annually.
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Paradise Valley Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $29.00 to $34.65. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources:
hr-prime@primehealthcare.com
Salary : $29 - $35
