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JOB OPPORTUNITIES Employers, want to list a position? Send your Therapeutic Recreation or Recreation Therapy job openings to the webmaster for posting. There is no charge to you for this service to aid you in locating a qualified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or Recreation Therapist.
ON-CALL RECREATION THERAPIST I Rehabilitation Therapies and Clinics Harborview Medical Center, Seattle, WA Harborview Medical Center is recruiting a CTRS/R for on-call coverage (administering ADA paratranist evaluations, In-Patient Rehab, Psychiatry) and maternity leave coverage (starting in September, working on In-Patient Rehab Unit). Need experience working with SCI/TBI/Stroke and Psychiatry. Must be available evenings, and weekends. Must have a valid Washington State Driver’s License, be certified by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification and be a Washington State registered recreational therapist. Salary range: $25.97 - $37.15 hourly. For additional information please contact Susan Collins at (206) 744-8128 or Gaby Bell at (206) 744-1165.
HEAD TEACHER Day Program for Young Adults with Disabilities Tavon Center, Issaquah, WA Tavon Center is looking for a dynamic, caring individual, with a passion for working with people with disabilities, to head a new day program for young adults with disabilities. Tavon Center is a not for profit agency that was started by a group of parents and friends of people with disabilities who have a deep desire to help young adults with disabilities reach their full potential. The mission of Tavon Center is to provide a meaningful day program that will allow each individual reach their own potential through involvement in work, community and nature. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in recreational therapy or a related field and one year experience in social or health services; or an associates degree in recreational therapy or a related field plus two years of appropriate experience; or three years of paid experience in an activity program and expertise with young adults with disabilities. Experience in horticultural therapy a plus. Self-motivated, self-starter, team player, and is willing to network with community members. On site housing available. Salary DOE. Send resume to: Tavon Center 12604 NE 112th PL Kirkland, WA 98033 Or click here to send by e-mail.
PER DIEM RECREATION THERAPIST Inpatient Rehabilitation Snoqualmie Valley Hospital, Snoqualmie, WA Snoqualmie Valley Hospital in Snoqualmie, WA, is currently seeking candidates to fill a per diem inpatient Recreation Therapist position within the Rehabilitation department. Contact Nancy Rickerson, Director, Rehabilitation Services, (425) 831-3413.
Inpatient Rehabilitation Rogue Valley Medical Center, Medford, OR If you are Recreation Therapist searching for: · Warm and dry climate · Abundant outdoor activities · Short commutes · World class culture · Outstanding facilities and technology Asante Health System's Rogue Valley Medical Center in Medford, OR, is the perfect place to create a great life. Nestled between the Cascade and Siskiyou mountains, the Rogue Valley isn’t too big - or too small. In fact we’re consistently ranked one of the best places to live in the United States! We currently have a benefited, part-time opportunity in our new Inpatient Rehabilitation Center. You will have the opportunity to work closely with your patients in a setting that focuses on quality of patient care above all else. Your shift will be primarily mid-morning to 5:00 PM with Saturdays mandatory. We offer: · First class facilities · Doctors and staff that work closely with our therapists and highly value their expertise · Relocation assistance Job Summary The Recreation Therapist functions under the general supervision of the Program Manager for the Inpatient Rehab Center (IRC). The Recreational Therapist assumes responsibility and accountability for a designated group of patients and provides recreational therapy evaluations and interventions in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies and procedures, maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care. The Recreational Therapist accurately assesses patients' needs; identifies and initiates appropriate recreational therapy interventions; provides patient and family teaching; and works cooperatively with other patient team personnel in maintaining standards for professional recreational therapy practice and interdisciplinary teamwork. These functions are carried out according to hospital policy in accordance with the mission and vision of the hospital and consistent with the philosophy of the department. The Recreation Therapist participates in performance improvement and program development activities. Responsibilities include providing input into the budgetary planning process; contributing to cost effectiveness of services and programs provided by the department; communicating the employee's observations and suggestions related to opportunities for improvement; and maintaining positive relations with all customers. Minimum Qualifications 1. One year experience (three years preferred) working in a rehab unit or equivalent experience in work, education or training. 2. Graduate of a Therapeutic Recreation program from an accredited university. 3. Certification by the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation. 4. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients in the unit. 5. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age specific needs and to provide care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. 6. Must be able to clearly and effectively communicate with all stakeholders (patients, families, peers and other healthcare team members) as needed for assessment, intervention and professional development. 7. Must be able to operate therapeutic exercise and modality devices including but not limited to: electronic equipment, exercise equipment, hydrotherapy equipment, electrical lifts, ambulation devices, wheelchairs, stretchers, medical monitoring devices, computer, telephone and dictation equipment. If you are interested in learning more about our community and our therapy opportunities, please visit our website or call at 1-800-255-7862. We would be pleased to connect you with our Program Manager.
WASHINGTON STATE Continuous open register for recreation assistants, recreation specialists and recreation therapists to fill openings at the state hospitals, state veterans homes, state schools, state residential facilities, state juvenile institutions, DSHS and Child Study and Treatment Center, correctional facilities.
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