Activity Therapy Coordinator at Haven Behavioral Healthcare
Norristown, PA
About the Job
Haven Behavioral Hospital of Philadelphia is seeking caring and compassionate people to join our team of devoted healthcare professionals.
Why Haven of Philadelphia?
Haven Behavioral Hospital of Philadelphia provides inpatient psychiatric stabilization and treatment to adults and older adults experiencing acute symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood swings or psychosis
Services are provided by psychiatrists, nurses, therapists and other professional staff who are dedicated to improving the quality of life of our patients
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for planning, organizing and implementing therapeutic activities and programs to enhance the emotional, cognitive and social wellbeing of patients in a psychiatric hospital
Position will collaborate with clinical team to integrate recreational and activity interventions into the treatment plan, focused on education, skill building and miliu engagement in recovery activities
Includes physical, social and creative programming designed to promote patient recovery, resiliency and independence
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Recreational Therapy, Occupational Therapy or related field, preferred
Experience: Two (2) years clinical experience in a psychiatric setting, with at least one year’s experience applying activity therapy methods and techniques, preferred
Certification/License: Licensed or certification in activity therapy discipline, preferred
Why Haven of Philadelphia?
Haven Behavioral Hospital of Philadelphia provides inpatient psychiatric stabilization and treatment to adults and older adults experiencing acute symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood swings or psychosis
Services are provided by psychiatrists, nurses, therapists and other professional staff who are dedicated to improving the quality of life of our patients
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for planning, organizing and implementing therapeutic activities and programs to enhance the emotional, cognitive and social wellbeing of patients in a psychiatric hospital
Position will collaborate with clinical team to integrate recreational and activity interventions into the treatment plan, focused on education, skill building and miliu engagement in recovery activities
Includes physical, social and creative programming designed to promote patient recovery, resiliency and independence
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Recreational Therapy, Occupational Therapy or related field, preferred
Experience: Two (2) years clinical experience in a psychiatric setting, with at least one year’s experience applying activity therapy methods and techniques, preferred
Certification/License: Licensed or certification in activity therapy discipline, preferred
