Corrections Recreational Therapist

ATC Healthcare Metro Detroit is currently seeking an experienced Recreational Therapist for an opening at Woodland Center Correctional in Whitmore Lake, MI Shift: Mon-Fri/ 8a-430p Pay:$26 hourly/ Weekly Pay Job Description Provides a full range of activity therapy activities and techniques to meet the developmental needs of mentally ill and/or mentally disabled prisoners, within the specific discipline of recreational therapy. This position requires a person with skills and ability to provide various professional recreational therapy assignments and activities used in the therapeutic treatment of mentally ill/disabled prisoners within the Department of Corrections. This position is a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team assessing the need for, devising, and interpreting recreational therapy techniques and treatment interventions. The position has the responsibility of case management duties for an assigned group of prisoners. Job Duties

• Plans, conducts, and supervises recreational therapy programs on and off the unit. Such activities may include calisthenics, yoga, board games, various ball games, exercise instruction, arts, and crafts, sewing, painting and cooking, consistent with professional training to improve the mentally ill and or mentally disabled prisoner’s level of functioning.
• Evaluates mentally ill and/or mentally disabled prisoners needs by reviewing electronic medical record documentation and observing and evaluating prisoners.
• Maintains necessary materials, equipment, and supplies for the recreational therapy program.
• Documents therapeutic recreational activities and groups on appropriate forms in a timely manner as required by policy, procedure, or at the direction of the unit chief.
• Coordinates recreational therapy interventions for all mentally ill and/or mentally disabled prisoners on Mental Health Services caseload with other team members and case managers.
• Attends and contributes information regarding prisoner’s progress at Treatment Team Review meetings.
• Writes Treatment Plan Reviews for those prisoners assigned as case manager and presents at Treatment Team Review meetings.
• Writes progress reports for Treatment Team Review meetings.
• Documents in the PHR appropriately. Utilizes COMS scheduler.

EDUCATION

Possession of a bachelor’s degree in recreational

EXPERIENCE

Two years of professional experience providing recreational therapy services equivalent to a Recreational Therapist, including one year equivalent to a Recreational Therapist 10.

CREDENTIALS

CPR as required by client facility; health and other screening tests as required by specific facilities and state regulations.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Various client facility settings; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and other potentially infectious materials.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complies with ATC policies/procedures.
• Complies with client facility policies/procedures.
• Documents accurately and completely.
• Maintains confidentiality relative to patient care and facility practices in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Communicates information effectively to appropriate personnel.
• Evaluates and establishes goals based on patient's current level of functioning and potential for improvement.
• Plans for the patient's discharge, prepares discharge summaries and instructions.
• Provides patient care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that considers cultural diversity and age appropriateness so that autonomy, rights, and dignity are preserved.
• Maintains competency by participating in continuing education programs and meets state specific requirements.
• Complies with accepted ethical and professional standards of conduct as set forth by theAmerican Association of Occupational Therapy

ABOUT US

For more than 40 years, ATC Healthcare has provided leading nurses and healthcare professionals to hospitals and facilities nationwide. Healthcare systems around the U.S., including municipal health systems, multi-unit senior care companies, governments, school systems, VMS and MSP vendors trust us to deliver more than 100,000 nurses and other healthcare professionals on-demand. If you have a track record of success in healthcare, we want you to join us! We offer the following benefits:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k Plan
• Flexible Schedules
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Identity theft insurance
• Compensation $42/hour

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice. Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE

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