BHU - Recreational Therapist

Conemaugh Health System

  • Elko, NV
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 25 days ago
company_name-Northeastern-Nevada-Regional-Hospital is_manager-Northeastern-Nevada-Regional-Hospital job_type-Full-time custom_fields.Remote-No custom_fields.ReIndex-1 custom_fields.test123-test123 custom_fields.FeedName-LP-Taleo-feed-Test custom_fields.OurAreas-Acute-Care-Hospitals custom_fields.RNnewgrad-No custom_fields.VanityFacet-No custom_fields.customTheme-Northeastern-Nevada-Regional-Hospital custom_fields.SpecificisManager-Northeastern-Nevada-Regional-Hospital custom_fields.CustomfacilityMapping-Northeastern-Nevada-Regional-Hospital custom_fields.ExternalReferenceCode-7439-2764Thank you for your interest in joining our team at Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital. Our team members are the cornerstone of our mission of making communities healthier. Whether you're an experienced professional or just beginning your career, Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital has opportunities for you to utilize your skills and expertise.BHU - Recreational TherapistElko, NevadaReq ID 7439-2764 Post Date May. 08, 2024 CategoryNursing Support FacilityNortheastern Nevada Regional HospitalSave jobNortheastern Nevada Regional Hospital - Behavioral Health Unit, Recreational TherapistWho We Are:People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is a 75-bed facility located in Elko, Nevada. We offer a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency medicine, heart care, maternity care, sleep medicine, surgical services, and soon we'll be opening a behavioral health unit.We are recognized by the American College of Cardiology as an accredited Chest Pain Center. We believe that health care should be effective, safer, and more available to all people. We are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available.Where We Are:Elko is the largest city of Elko County, Nevada. Located near the Lamoille Canyon and the Ruby Mountains, Elko is called the Swiss Alps of Nevada. Here you'll find year-round access to recreation and more than 20 alpine lakes. The city's economy is heavy with gold mining, ranching, tourism, and casinos. The entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas, Nevada is located approx. six hours away. With us is where you want to be.Why Choose Us:· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees· Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants· Professional Development and Growth Opportunities· And much more…Position Summary: Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is opening a behavioral health unit in the early Fall, 2024. We are looking for a full-time Recreational Therapist to join the team. They will be responsible for performing therapeutic recreational assessments, recommendations for therapeutic interventions and carrying out general and specialized activity therapy interventions and programs in assigned treatment areas. This role provides direct patient care to various patient populations including children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric adults.Primary responsibilities include providing direct and individualized therapeutic care to patients including:·  Planning and implementation of group sessions for each population.
 Planning and implementation of individual sessions.
 Documentation of group sessions and individual sessions.
 Completion of Activity/Recreational Therapy assessments.
 Planning and assisting with programming outside of normal group hours for special events.
 Maintaining and ordering appropriate materials and supplies for interventions.
KNOWLEDGE/EXPECTATIONS:
 Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
 Performs other related duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:Education: Associates degree preferred.Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.License and Certifications: Certified *Therapist (*educational, occupational, recreational, physical, art, dance, music, and speech therapies and vocational rehabilitation evaluation and counseling), AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire, and Handle with Care required within 30 days of employment.Experience: A minimum of one (1) year working in similar setting preferred.EEOC Statement:Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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