Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Minneapolis, MN 
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Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

March 18, 2024

Department:

31004044 Mental Health Management Program

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union

Weekend Rotation:

Every 4th

Job Summary:

Provides assessment and goal oriented treatment for rehabilitation and/or modification of specific physical, mental, emotional or social behaviors.

Key Position Details:

  • Schedule includes 8 hour day shifts with two evening shifts scheduled in a four week schedule.
  • Every fourth weekend rotation
  • Benefit eligible position

Job Description:

Principle Responsibilities

  • Provide therapeutic recreation.
    • Plan, review and revise programs according to patient needs and professional trends in therapeutic recreation.
    • Develop and teach treatment programs to meet patient needs. Examples may include Tai Chi Chih, goal setting, community groups, etc.
    • Provide adequate supplies for patient treatment.
    • Maintain safety of patient and staff.
    • Clean and organize treatment space.
    • Document patient treatment goals and progress.
    • Provide leisure and community resources to patients.
  • Coordinate interdisciplinary communication.
    • Collaborate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and goal setting.
    • Convey observations and changes to the team.
    • Participate in problem solving with regard to treatment planning.
    • Provide student education and evaluation.
    • Other duties as assigned.


Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Recreational and Leisure studies with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation required
  • 0 to 2 years in a clinical specialty area or completion of a student internship in comparable setting required
  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists - National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification preferred


Physical Demands
Light Work:
Lifting weight Up to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently


Allina Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. EO M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
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