Recreational Therapist - The Grove, Peru

The Grove is currently recruiting for a Recreational Therapist (CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist / MT-BC Music Therapist – Board Certified or ATR-BC Board-Certified Art Therapist required- Health & Wellness Coach- Certification Required) at Grove Peru.

WHO WE ARE:

The New Vista mission: Inspiring Hope, Restoring Peace of Mind, Healing Lives. At New Vista, our passionate and highly trained team of professionals inspires hope and delivers holistic care to those in need of behavioral health services in a contemporary and healing environment – one that is conducive to providing the life skills needed to regain stability and independence. With a blend of group therapy, clinical treatment, and unique surroundings, our beautiful healthcare centers provide a safe, serene, healing environment for adults and seniors with a variety of complex needs.

New Vista's The Grove Addiction Treatment Centers work with individuals and their support systems to identify factors leading to addiction, equip individuals with the resources needed to address addictive triggers, and reconnect individuals with their support system and community. From scheduling an admission date to acquainting individuals with the campus and everything in between, patients are supported by our team of compassionate employees.

Our compassionate team members work in a challenging yet rewarding environment where each person is a part of making direct impact on our patient’s lives.

PERKS AT WORK:

Team Members enjoy a variety of perks in working with the NewVista brand company. We offer competitive market wages along with a full, robust package:

Healthcare + Life Balance

• Medical Packages with Rx – 3 Choices
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Dependent Day Care Spending Accounts
• Health Spending Accounts (HSA) with a company match
• Dental Care Program – 2 choices
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance Options
• Accidental Insurances
• Paid Time Off + Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 401k with a Company Match

Education + Leadership Development

• Up to $15,000 in Tuition Reimbursements OR Student Loan forgiveness
• Mentoring + Trainer Opportunities through our Horizon Mentorship Program
• Growth in Director and CEO positions through our Horizon Leadership Program
• Handle with Care Trainer – Certifications

Recognition + Rewards

• On the spot recognition Prizes
• Team Member of the Quarter
• Team Member of the Year
• Monthly Celebrations
• Team Member Recognition Cards

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institute in Recreational Therapy or relevant licensure or certification per State of Ohio practice guidelines.
• Experience: : Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred.
• Licensure:  Recreational Therapist (CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist / MT-BC Music Therapist – Board Certified or ATR-BC Board-Certified Art Therapist required)
• Additional Requirements: CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Applies appropriate theory and standards for decision and actions regarding therapeutic practices.
• Assesses patient needs utilizing cultural, religious, and physical disabilities, in the determination of capabilities in groups and with specific activities.
• Documents the patient’s response to interventions pertinent to patient treatment on daily/weekly progress status, as appropriate.
• Completes all assessments within 24 hours and contribute to assessment workload balance between therapists.
• Formulates the initial and subsequent treatment programs in accordance with the attending physician’s/licensed practitioner’s treatment orders.
• Develops a plan of care with specific and measurable goals, objectives, and interventions defining actions unique to each patient’s needs.
• Provides therapy treatment procedures according to the treatments plan, communicate, and work with the patient to achieve the greatest benefit and resolution.
• Maintains constant communication with the physician/licensed practitioner when patient is not responding the treatments.
• Contributes to the effective functioning of the patient’s program. Understands the age differences and the corresponding developmental needs.
• Provides activities suitable to the patient’s needs and offers a variety of stimuli in accordance with the treatment plan.
• Maintains a quality program to satisfy the therapeutic needs of the patient. Offers direction and education to maintain clear communication of expectations.
• Provides quality programming to support the objectives of the patient and their families.
• Reassesses when there are significant changes in the patient’s condition in compliance with facility policy.
• Contributes to treatment planning with feedback to nursing and program staff to achieve therapeutic interventions.
• Updates and revise plan as goals/objectives are met or when the patient’s condition changes.
• Provides direction to nursing staff regarding activity related groups.
• Attends all treatment teams with input into patient’s AT goals.