Neighborhood House adult Day Center is looking for an energetic, personable, creative Recreation Therapist (preferably a CTRS) to develop innovative activities & bring our program to new heights. Duties include designing & implementing monthly activity calendar; supervison of program aids & driving. Must do new client assessments, progress notes, Goals & Objectives, Person Centered Reports & other reports as contracts deem. Qualifications: Current Therapeutic Recreation Specialist License Current SL County Food Handlers Permit Current & Valid Utah Drivers License Good Motor Vehicle Record Ability to pass a Background Criminal Check Have or obtain a CPR/First Aid Certificate Full time position Monday thru Friday 9:30-5:30 Two weeks paid vacation after 1 year; medical,dental & vision insurance after 3 months. Salary DOE. Position available immediately.

Contact Kathie Williams 801-363-4593 e-mail: riveradmin@nhutah.org

We have a full time Recreation Therapy position opening up at Provo Canyon School- Orem Campus. You will find the requirements and job description listed below.

To apply please go to www.uhsinc.com, click on the word Employment, then on the heading Allied Health (bottom right of the page). Search by the facility name (Provo Canyon School) and select the job you would like to apply for (Orem Recreation Therapist)

Position Summary: Responsible for the development and implementation of a comprehensive Recreation Therapy program designed to meet the physical, social, cultural and recreational needs of patients. May be required to work weekends for certain activities. Must be 21 years of age to work with youth.

Requirements: Bachelors' degree in recreational therapy with State of Utah Licensure and National certification (e.g., TRS, CTRS). Reading and writing level that can be clearly expressed and understood in regards to complex concepts, assessments, directions, and processes of sequence of events; acceptable oral and written communication skills; ability to maintain information as highly confidential; telephone etiquette and customer service skills done face-to-face are expected in dealing with the public, customers and other staff; familiarity with medical/psychological terminology, human behavior, and principles of psychology; skills in prioritizing and managing time, problem-solving, social skills (e.g. respect/empathy for staff and customers), clinical evaluations, decision-making, and working amongst distractions; must be able to consistently meet reasonable deadlines regardless of work load; willing to work flexible hours which includes traveling and overnight events; must maintain self-control in volatile or hostile situations; must be able to work independently with little supervision and multiple demands. Other preferred certifications are: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional Rescuer (CPRFPR), Lifeguard certification, River Guide II certification, knowledge of Rappelling, Rock Climbing, Ropes Course and belay systems, and valid Utah drivers license.

Recreational Activities Coordinator; Wyoming State Hospital; Evanston, WY. Preferences: Bachelors degree; Therapeutic Recreation or emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation, one year experience preferred, with CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) from NCTRC (National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification). Identify client specific strengths and needs through formal assessment, develop and carry out therapeutic interventions consistent with the clients' needs and interests and provide treatment services, recreation and leisure activities for clients, using a variety of techniques, to address areas of need and promote positive change to increase success in the community upon discharge. Hiring Range ($3,861.00 - $4,542.00 Per Month) Contact Kathy Argyle, CTRS at (307) 789-3464 ext 468 kathy.argyle@health.wyo.gov for more information.

Safe Haven Health Care has an opening for a Recreation Therapist in our Pocatello facility.

Resposibilities: assist in creating and running a rec. therapy program for a 14 bed psychiatric hospital as well as oversight for activities in our 84 bed skilled nursing facility; Small group threapeutic sessions for the entire facility to create diversion for patients where new hobbies or skills may not be acquired; Upbeat, outgoing personality.

Please submit your resume to sgannon@safehaventeam.org or call (208) 232-2570.

For more information about Safe Haven, go to www.safehavenhealthcare.org.

Center for Change is seeking a full-time Recreation & Experiential Therapies Director to collaborate with the Center's multidisciplinary treatment team to promote in our patients the development of a healthy leisure lifestyle, self-empowerment, and self-discovery through expressive arts, leisure education and counseling, and recreation participation.

The Center's Philosophy: The Center's philosophy on treating eating disorders focuses on providing patients with experiential activities designed to facilitate exploration of emotions, body satisfaction, healthy coping strategies, and expand their sense of self through meaningful recreation therapy experiences.

Responsibilities: - Conduct Expressive Therapy Assessment for new admits - Organize, supervise and coordinate all recreation and experiential activities at the Center - Develop and implement individual goal-directed action plans for each patient designed to meet objectives established in the assessment and treatment plan - Facilitate patients in processing expressive art therapy groups - Organize and lead safe therapeutic wilderness experiences - Supervise Recreation Therapists - Supervise experiential therapists including: Music Therapists, Nia Instructors, and Yoga Instructors

Benefits of working at Center for Change: Center for Change is respected for its programs, progressive outlook, and for its major contributions in research and treatment in the field of eating disorders. The Recreation & Experiential Therapies Director will work side by side with a team of professionals, including physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, nurses, dietitians, and other professionals who have extensive experience treating eating disorders in specialty inpatient and outpatient programs.

Job Requirements: - Bachelor's Degree in Recreation Therapy - Current CTRS certification and TRS Licensure in the State of Utah - 3 - 4 years experience - Experience in a psychiatric clinical setting preferred - Experience treating an eating-disordered population preferred -Recreation Therapists are required to transport patients using company vehicles. To qualify to drive company vehicles Recreation Therapists must consent to a driving record check, and must: be at least 20 years of age; have a valid driver license; have no more than 2 at-fault accidents in the past three (3) years; have no more than 3 moving violations during the past three (3) years; and, have no driving while intoxicated (DWI) or driving under the influence (DUI) convictions. - Current Wilderness First Response Certification preferred -Current Life Guard Certification preferred

Salary:Dependent upon experience

Full-time Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; 401(k) Retirements Savings Plan; Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Vacation, and Medical Leave.

TO APPLY: go to http://centerforchange.com/site/employment.php and select the job opening and complete and submit the on-line application