Founded in 1976, Holy Cross Hospital - Davis has grown into a 220-bed hospital of choice for the flourishing communities of northern Utah. Over the years we have moved toward an environment of whole person care by offering a broad range of services, advanced medical technology, and a comfortable, convenient patient experience. To meet the needs of northern Utah’s growing population, we opened a brand-new 16,000-square-foot healthcare facility in Roy, known as the Weber Campus. The Weber Campus, which is convenient for patients in Ogden, Roy, and other neighborhoods west of I-15, currently offers emergency care, radiology, mammography and 24/7 laboratory services. Located in the northern portion of the Wasatch Front and only minutes from Hill Airforce Base, you can enjoy quick access to Ogden, Salt Lake City, Antelope Island State Park, hiking, biking, and the beautiful outdoor activities that Utah is known for.

Responsibilities

• Directs the therapeutic recreation program. 

• Conducts individual and group therapies using recreation as a tool for building healthier coping skills, better use of leisure time, etc. 

• Assist the patient in achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle and coping with their mental illness.

Qualifications

In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy required

• One year of experience in an acute care setting Previous mental health experience preferred Demonstrates clinical and ethical professionalism, conflict resolution and critical thinking skills.

• BLS certification from the American Heart Association upon hire or within 90 days of hire

• CTRS certification upon hire or must obtain within six month of hire

Application Instructions

https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appsharedroid&jk=c1eef2a7a47327f8

Location:

Layton, UT

As one of the busiest ERs in Utah, Holy Cross Hospital - Jordan Valley West is known for offering a broad spectrum of medical services and specialty clinics to care for the diverse healthcare needs of our growing community. We are on a mission to provide the highest-quality health care services with compassion and respect, and we demonstrate this daily with proactive, focused, caring interactions that comfort, inform and promote healing among patients, families and co-workers. We believe in doing what’s right. We treat our employees fairly, work hard, use resources wisely, and are constantly striving to improve the quality and safety of care we deliver to our patients. We offer a Level III trauma center, STEMI cardiac receiving center, certified stroke treatment center, and orthopedics specializing in helping athletes recover from sports-related injuries.

Responsibilities

• Directs the therapeutic recreation program. 

• Conducts individual and group therapies using recreation as a tool for building healthier coping skills, better use of leisure time, etc. 

• Assist the patient in achieving and maintaining a healthy lifestyle and coping with their mental illness.

Qualifications

In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy, required

• One year of experience in an acute care setting Previous mental health experience preferred

• Demonstrates clinical and ethical professionalism, conflict resolution and critical thinking skills

• BLS required

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification upon hire or must obtain within six months of hire

Application Instructions

https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?from=appsharedroid&jk=f7d5f8f8e911fc8b

Location:

West Valley City, UT

The Recreational Therapist/Technician works under the supervision of the Recreational Therapy Director (or Assistant Director, in the absence of the Director), to meet the needs of residents in the facility. The Recreational Therapist/Technician assists the Director or Assistant Director in implementing the APIED process with residents in the facility, working alongside a team of other RT professionals. They work to meet the residents’ emotional, mental, physical, spiritual, and social needs, as identified in their plan of care. This will be accomplished through a variety of means, including but not limited to involvement in inter-disciplinary team meetings for planning of care, 1:1 interventions, small resident groups, large social gatherings (such as for holidays), outings into the community, and walks around the facility grounds. The Recreational Therapist/Technician will independently be responsible for Assessing their assigned residents’ needs, Planning a person-centered program of care, Implementing goal-focused interventions, Evaluating effectiveness of implemented programs, and Documenting resident progress towards identified goals. They will have access to necessary resources, through the Director/Assistant Director. Additionally, the Recreational Therapist/Technician may be responsible to occasionally assist with other needful tasks, as assigned by the Recreational Therapy Director or Assistant Director.

Responsibilities

• Use APIED process to engage in Recreational Therapy:

• Schedule and coordinate recreational therapy programs to meet the needs of assigned residents.

• Develop and plan activity programs to allow participation by residents within their capabilities.

• Work with the interdisciplinary team to schedule groups and meet survey requirements.

• Complete a Comprehensive evaluation on each resident.

• Document the individual activity assessment and activity plan using the appropriate process and forms. Maintain appropriate documentation on attendance and progress towards goals.

• Work with the active Volunteer Program

• Develop a plan to effectively use community resources and sometimes represent the facility to these resources.

• Identify changes in behavior in residents and communicate these changes, as appropriate.

• Evaluate residents to assist in the development of the individual activity program

Qualifications

• Must receive (or be eligible to receive within 6 mo. of hire) and maintain CTRS (or TRT) certification

• Must receive (or be eligible to receive within 6 mo. of hire) and maintain TRS (or TRT) licensure

• CPR Certification required, may be obtained upon hire

• Food Handler’s Permit required, may be obtained upon hire

• Must have ability to work independently and be self-motivated, organize and prioritize work and assignments, meet deadlines, write reports, and communicate clearly.

• Be creative, reliable, and flexible.

• Work well with people of all ages, think clearly, and make appropriate decisions.

• Should have a Valid Driver's License

Application Instructions

https://www.indeed.com/jobs?q=southern+utah+veterans+home&l=utah&vjk=409f5a2ab6f3041d

Location:

Ivins, Utah

Salt Lake Behavioral Health is seeking a dynamic and talented Recreational/Expressive Therapist. We are a private, freestanding, 118- bed, acute psychiatric hospital; specializing in mental health and chemical dependency. We provide a wide range of services and programs that offer evidence-based treatment proven to have positive outcomes for our patients. Our inpatient and day hospital, or outpatient services offer supportive and compassionate care for adults through specialty programs that are tailored to meet the needs of our patients.

Responsibilities:

The Recreational Therapist is responsible for planning and implementing therapeutic and evidence-based Recreational Therapy services at Salt Lake Behavioral Health in order to meet the physical, cognitive, emotional, social and cultural needs of patients by a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. This position involves defining and implementing treatment goals as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and supporting patients in their mental health journey. The Recreational Therapist strives to build a strong therapeutic alliance through empathetic and continuous patient care, observation, interaction and role modeling to patients. The Recreational Therapist is responsible for conducting assessments, facilitating RT group interventions, documenting progress and discharge planning for assigned patients. 

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Recreational Therapy, humanities, social work or related therapeutic discipline required.  

• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of related experience, knowledge and understanding of psychiatric patient care techniques and mental illness preferred. 

• Licensure: Current national certification (CTRS) through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification and current license (TRS) through Utah Department of Professional Licensing required. 

• Additional Requirements: CPR certification is required. You will need to successfully complete our current training for restraints and seclusions. This training will need to be done prior to assisting in any patient restraints or seclusions and within 90 days of employment. 

This opportunity provides the following:

• Salt Lake Behavioral Health provides a challenging and rewarding work environment

• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries

• Competitive Compensation

Application Instructions:

https://jobs.uhsinc.com/salt-lake-behavioral-health/jobs/202305?lang=en-us

Location:

Salt Lake City, UT

Great opportunity for a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Busy behavioral health setting looking for enthusiastic candidates to join the team as a Recreational Therapist. This is a full-time position.

Join the Highland Ridge team and make a difference every day! We are an 83-bed treatment facility located in the heart of the Salt Lake Valley. We provide inpatient treatment to people experiencing psychiatric and substance abuse challenges.

Responsibilities

• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.

  • Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facility patient progress with treatment goals.

  • Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness.

  • Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.

  • Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such are sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.

  • Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and helps the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.

  • Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings.

  • Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.

  • Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.

  • Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

• OTHER FUNCTIONS:

  • Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy or other recreation-based field which may be approved for national certification in their area of expertise.

  • Master's degree preferred. Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred.

• LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), Music Therapist or Art Therapist; OR certification in an expressive therapy area.

Application Instructions:

https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.indeed.com%2Fjob%2Frecreational-therapist-2fa95add3ab5ba11&data=05%7C01%7CMichele.Weaver%40highlandridgehospital.com%7C5fd7def6c4b24bf572d508db4bf6348b%7C707e881691534841b8eb17b974748957%7C0%7C0%7C638187293053327628%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=zqEgHY%2B6PZ%2FExBEuzCJ4NV5ZjnlsrQZb7xOuVnq1tqA%3D&reserved=0

Location:

Midvale, UT

Through relationships and experiences we develop identity, discover success, and thrive.

Help young men in a therapeutic setting as they progress on their healing journey.

Nestled next to the Uinta National Forest in the southern Wasatch Range, Discovery Ranch for Boys is a residential treatment center. Our students struggle with emotional, behavioral, and substance use disorders. This includes depression, anxiety, unhealthy relationships, trauma, and substance abuse. We believe healthy relationships are the foundation of lasting, meaningful change and our experiential curriculum reflects this core value.

As our Recreational Therapist, you will develop recreational therapy programs for individual students as well as facilitate group recreational therapy. You will work closely with our Clinical Therapists and Youth Mentors to ensure we deliver consistent, quality programming to our students that engages, challenges, and empowers them.

Duties include:

• Provide recreation therapy, leisure education, and experiential therapy group weekly.

• Complete recreation therapy intake evaluations and develop a treatment plan to meet the treatment goals for each patient.

• Complete progress notes and other necessary documentation

• Attend and participate in recreation therapy team meetings and treatment team meetings weekly.

• Plan recreational therapy outings in coordination with outside agencies and other staff while adhering to a budget.

• Planning leisure education and experiential groups as a therapeutic intervention.

• Can articulate clearly the treatment philosophy and how treatment works

Requirements

Please ensure your resume includes education, work experience, certifications, and licenses

• State licensure (TRS) and national certification (CTRS)

• Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy

• Able to pass criminal investigation background check

• Able to pass motor vehicle record check

• Current Utah driver's license (within 30 days of employment)

• 1st Aid & CPR certified (we may provide)

• Crisis Intervention training (we may provide)

• Basic math and computer skills

Preferred

• 2-3 years of residential program experience

• Previous experience working as a recreation therapist

Application Instructions:

https://apply.workable.com/j/441EC7CA11

Location:

Provo, Utah

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plans, schedules and implements the activities, for a weekly schedule, using creativity and available resources. Develops and posts calendar of events for the community. Creates schedules for community bus service including local shopping, medical visits, scenic and destination trips. 

• Promotes participation and resident interaction by developing an understanding of the resident’s preferences, individual resident interests and abilities.

• Prepares and distributes newsletter with input from community groups, residents, employees and guests.

• Assists in orienting new residents to the community by introducing them to staff members, showing them around the community and making arrangement for them to be included in activities that foster integration. 

• Works with marketing/management to develop community outreach programs for resident involvement (i.e. schools, hospitals, libraries, senior centers, local merchants, etc.). 

• Researches, interviews and hires entertainment for events while remaining within budgetary guidelines. Arranges for religious observances and/or in-house services.

• Maintains an accurate and up-to-date database that will encompass resident’s preferences for interests and activities as well as a separate database for prospective residents. 

• May be asked to facilitate monthly resident community meetings. 

• Operates the program services department in a cost effective manner adhering to department budgeting guidelines, goals and established parameters. 

• Participates in the hiring of activities staff. Responsible for personnel actions including hiring, termination, promotion, discipline/corrective action, as well as layoff and recall.

• Schedule and reschedule staff using independent judgment and exercising discretion when creating the schedule and in making determinations regarding granting employee requests for time off or other modifications in work schedules. 

• Acts as a part of the overall management team in regard to the operation of the community. 

• Demonstrates ability to read, write, and speak English sufficient to fulfill job requirements. 

• Demonstrates the ability to make independent decisions, solve practical problems that may or may not include a variety of concrete variables. This may require the ability to interpret instructions given in written, oral, diagram, or scheduled form. 

• Demonstrates the ability to listen actively and evaluate social situations in an objective, consistent and fair manner. Functions independently with integrity, flexibility and works well with residents, personnel and support agencies. 

• Complies with community policies and procedures for workplace safety including infection control procedures, emergency response and safety protocol. 

• Complies with all company policies and procedures related to resident rights; abuse prevention and reporting; and resident confidentiality (HIPPA). 

• Demonstrates knowledge of Employee Handbook and complies with the policies in the Handbook. 

• Performs other related duties as may be assigned

Qualifications

• Certified as a TRS or TRT

• Recreational therapy/Activites: 1 year (Required)

Application Instructions:

https://www.indeed.com/job/life-enrichment-director-recreation-director-assisted-living-dbcf7f127d6d8c5f

Location:

Salt Lake City, UT

Benchmark Behavioral Health Systems believes that therapeutic recreation has a unique role in the psychological and behavioral improvement of the adolescents we treat. Our therapeutic recreation staff use individual and group therapy, play, recreation and other activity based interventions to maximize our patient's functioning and promote quality of life. If you have a strong interest in providing quality therapeutic recreation to adolescent boys who have experience severe personal trauma, this is the job for you. You will be given the autonomy to develop and create a wide range of modalities and facilitation techniques. You will also be working with an awesome team of multidisciplinary professionals that you can rely on to assist you in coordinating a solid foundation of quality care and mental health treatment.

Job Duties Include:

• Plans, directs and supervises the RT department and therapeutic activities

• Works closely with members of the clinical team to integrate RT into the total treatment program

• Prepares preliminary operating budget for RT department and ensures budgetary requirements are fulfilled

• Ensures the RT department goals and objectives are suited to the abilities of the population

• Supervises all RT staff and ensures any outside contract personnel are qualified to provide service to the population

• Continually adapts therapeutic activities to obtain desired therapeutic response from residents

• Ensures all documentation and assessments are completed in a timely manner

• Full medical, dental and vision benefits

• Accumulate 3 weeks of paid time off annually that can be used after first 90 days of employment

• Tuition reimbursement benefits of up to $3,000 annually plus $1,000 for CEU’s  

Minimum Requirements

• Graduation from an approved college or university with a Masters degree in recreation therapy preferred, a minimum of a Bachelors degree in recreation therapy, occupational therapy or related field is required.

• National certification in field of specialty

• Currently licensed through the state of Utah as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

• Minimum of three years of RT experience in a mental health setting

• This is a full-time exempt position

Application Instructions:

Please submit your resume and references to alexis.tucker2@uhsinc.com

Location:

Woods Cross, UT

**This position is based in one of the following cities in Montana: Billings, Great Falls, Missoula, Anaconda, Butte**

Wage: $45,000-$55,000

Competitive Benefits Package

HELPING PEOPLE LIVE INDEPENDENT LIVES

Are you looking for more than a job?

Are you the healthcare champion we’ve been looking for?

AWARE is looking for the right person to join the Therapeutic Recreation Program as Recreation Therapist.

If you embrace new ideas with a heart full of energy, we invite you to join a caring, compassionate, and fully engaged team that isn’t afraid to get vulnerable with one another. We have gritty, but respectful conversations that drive the needle forward on what it means to provide the highest quality of care for our clients. At AWARE, our strength lies in our culture of care. AWARE’s Unconditional Care Principles inspire the services we provide to each person who comes to us for care and these principles lead how we treat ourselves and our clients; with hope, compassion and focus on the next right step. When you join the AWARE team, you will become part of an organization that has a rich history (over 45 years!) helping Montanans with mental health and/or developmental disabilities.

AWARE strives to provide the highest quality of care, every single day. When you join the AWARE team, you will be joining a team that believes that building on strengths is the key to success, that prides itself in taking on and sticking with the hardest challenges, believes we are agents of change, that everything is normal until proven otherwise, and that families are our most important resource. Working for our organization means that regardless of your role, we’ll support you so you can support others. AWARE seeks to provide opportunities for employees to grow professionally through its tuition advancement program, professional development opportunities and in-house trainings.

Under the supervision of the Therapeutic Recreation Program Director, AWARE’s Recreational Therapist (RT) is responsible to respond to assigned TRP intake referrals. RT will meet with client to provide therapeutic recreation assessment to identify strengths, personal goals, aspirations and capacities to further independence in lifestyle as well as to support the client toward heightened health and well-being. 

Through conversations with client and their identified circle of support, RT will design a care plan with measurable objectives and interventions to support client goals. RT will consult and work collaboratively with the treatment team to support overall direction of treatment including taking part in team meetings and trainings. 

Implementation of TR plan of care will utilize client preferred experiences and interventions that are experiential / recreative in nature. Purposeful interventions may include leisure education and planning, social and relationship skill building, community integration, fitness, health and wellness and independent living skills. Services may be offered in the home, AWARE facility or in the community. 

RT will be responsible to design protocols for interventions and offer services that may include individual sessions or groups. Provide timely documentation in the designated EHR on client progress or challenges toward achievement of identified treatment objectives. Engage in ongoing evaluation of services to ensure efficiency and quality of services offered. Upon transition or upcoming discharge, RT will work with the team to provide planning and recommendations for success. 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ability to work remotely in assigned location / region

• Ability to travel via personal vehicle or AWARE vehicle to designated cities / regions to meet with clients and provide services.

• Experience in assessment and observational skills

• Experience planning and implementing TR interventions to assist clients in increasing independence in lifestyle

• Experience researching and applying evidence-based practices in TR

• Design TR protocols, session plans and processes 

• Implements interventions that are sensitive to the client age, cultural background, stage of development, limitations of disabling conditions, skill and experience level. 

• Document and evaluate services for efficiency and quality 

Requirements, Required Skills, Abilities & Education:

• Applicant will have a BS degree in Therapeutic Recreation which meets the standards of NCTRC. 

• Completion of a NCTRC approved internship.

•  Must be able to obtain national certification of CTRS within one year of hire.

• CTRS certification at hire strongly preferred. 

• Must hold or be able to obtain a current MT driver’s license. 

Application Instructions:

https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/1543396

Contact Person

Beth Eastman, CTRS, Therapeutic Recreation Program Director

406-563-8117, x1038

Location:

Montana

We are looking for a recreational therapist to run two 90 minute groups per week for our adolescent PHP program. Groups would need to occur between 9:30-3 M-F. We have some flexibility about days and times. Lumos is located in Bluffdale, Utah. 

We do not have another rec therapist to supervise so would need to be licensed or under their own supervision.

Requirements:

• We do not have another rec therapist to supervise so would need to be licensed or under their own supervision.

Application Instructions:

Email Emily@LumosHeals.com

Contact Person

Emily Thomas, MS, LMFT 801-718-2187 Emily@LumosHeals.com

Location:

Bluffdale, Utah

Position Description: Under the direction of the Program Director, the Programs Manager is responsible for the planning and implementation of adaptive outdoor recreation programs, management of program staff and volunteers, and assistance with outreach, promotion, and grant reporting. The Programs Manager spends approximately 75% of their time in the field and 25% in the office planning and reporting programs. Programs Manager can expect to attend one multi-day trip per month (February – November). Programs Manager can expect to manage snow sports operations at Beaver Mountain Ski Area during the winter months. 

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of outdoor recreational program (recruitment, planning, implementation) 

• Purchase, maintain, and inventory program equipment

• Prepare and submit program budgets/ maintain program expenditures 

• Maintain relationships with land use agencies, community partners, and negotiate use contracts

• Assist with community relations and fundraising efforts where appropriate

• Meet monthly and annual program goals and objectives, reporting on these efforts on a monthly basis

• Keep up to date on current adaptive outdoor recreation techniques and changes in the field. 

• Effectively manage, recruit and train volunteers 

• Contract Period: The position starts June 1st (dates may vary) and goes through August 5th (dates may vary).  The internship is not an hourly position. You will be expected to work 40+ hours a week.  

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in related field or equivalent experience. Certified Rec Therapist (CTRS) preferred.

• Proven and effective supervisory and management experience

• Direct work experience in adaptive outdoor adventure programming

• Excellent interpersonal skills & a love for working with special populations

• Proven ability to motivate, lead by example, work well with others, problem solve

• Ability to thrive in a quick paced environment managing multiple tasks and priorities at the same time

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Strong work ethic

• Evening and weekend availability

• Current Wilderness First Aide and CPR Certification (or equivalent)

• Valid driver's license and excellent driving record

• Able to lift and maneuver equipment weighing up to 50lbs and occasionally more. 

• Pass pre-employment background check

• It is preferred that applicants have: 

• Alpine ski skills with knowledge of adaptive ski techniques (PSIA certifications a plus)

• Experience working with people with disabilities

• Certified Rec Therapist (CTRS) 

• Whitewater rafting skills (oar and paddle raft)

• Cycling & Mt. biking experience and certification

• Swift water rescue certification

Application Instructions:

Direct pertinent cover letter, resume, and references to SaQuoyah Boxx, Program Director at SaQuoyah@cgadventures.org and Sammie Macfarlane, Executive Director,  sammie@cgadventures.org. Email is preferred.

Application Deadline:

March 31, 2023

Location:

Logan, UT

Our Recreational Therapists are responsible for developing treatment plans, implementing and evaluating recreation therapy interventions and ensuring safe and appropriate therapeutic services are provided. Recreational Therapists must have one of the following:

• Current licensure to practice as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (TRS) in the State of Utah.

• Current licensure to practice as a Master Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (MTRS) in the State of Utah.

In addition to hospital inpatient groups, this position now offers the opportunity for candidates (if they choose) to become more involved with the ROPES Challenge Course and officially act within their credentials and scope of practice with our external/community RT, autism camp and other clients.

The schedule requires candidates to work at least 50 hours a quarter from time of hire to May 2023 on HMHI's inpatient units, in addition to working any challenge courses (peak season is May-Sep) and our autism camp (6/13-7/27).

Responsibilities:

• Provides safe and appropriate specialized programs.

• Assesses patients, develops and implements treatment programs to meet the goals of treatment services and patient needs.

• Establishes treatment goals.

• Evaluates therapy results and modifies treatment plans accordingly.

• Develops discharge plans in collaboration with patient, family and treatment team members.

• Participates as an active member of the treatment team.

• Participates in the department and service delivery unit's quality improvement programs.

• Evaluates and assists in procurement of needed resources.

• May assist in orientation, supervision and professional development of new staff and students.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.

• Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.

• Ability to provide care appropriate to the population served.

• In performing daily work responsibilities with patients, the incumbent must constantly monitor safety and be able to foresee problems before they become a crisis. It may be required to address and resolve crisis situations involving patients.

• The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

• The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications

Recreational Therapists must have one of the following:

• Current licensure to practice as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (TRS) in the State of Utah.

• Current licensure to practice as a Master Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (MTRS) in the State of Utah.

* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

• Two years of related experience.

• Current Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association or obtain one within one month of hire.

• National certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) for Recreational Therapists.

Application Instructions:

Complete application at https://employment.utah.edu/salt-lake-city-ut/recreational-therapist-prn/6D5C55C452AA4012BCC3E6D092ABAE12/job/?fbclid=IwAR20niyTRFSW3w1OPMFOsg4L-IWb62lyvDdsoXm3F_R5NOCeFPB0PtWZlus

Contact Person

holly.badger@hsc.utah.edu

Location:

Salt Lake City, UT

Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home is seeking a motivated and creative Recreation Assistant to join our amazing team!

The Recreation Therapist works under general supervision responsible for planning, implementing and coordinating the recreation program under the general direction of the Recreation Director. The recreation program will assure that an on-going program of activities is designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interest, physical, mental and psychosocial well-being of each resident.  

At Mervyn Sharp we currently have 108 residents, 9 different units including Memory Care and Rehab. Each resident has their own private bedroom and bathroom. Each of our residents have served in at least 1 war anywhere from WWII - Operation Enduring Freedom.

Responsibilities 

• Schedule and coordinate leisure activity programs to meet the needs of all in house residents.

• Develop and plan activity programs to allow participation by residents within their capabilities.

• Work with the interdisciplinary team to schedule activities and meet survey requirements.

• Complete a Comprehensive evaluation on each resident.

• Document the individual activity assessment and activity plan using the appropriate process and forms.  Maintains appropriate documentation.

• Establish an active Volunteer Program

• Develop a plan to effectively use community resources and serve as the facility’s liaison to these resources.

• Identify changes in behavior in residents and communicate these changes

• Record development to reflect appropriate participation in programs.

• Evaluate residents to assist in the development of the individual activity program

Qualifications

• CTRS, TRT, or willing to obtain TRT within six months of hire is required

• Must be a licensed TRS, TRT required

• CPR Certification, required  

• Must have ability to work independently and be self-motivated, organize and prioritize work and assignments, meet deadlines, write reports, and communicate clearly. 

• Be creative, reliable, and flexible. 

• Work well with people of all ages, think clearly, and make appropriate decisions.

• Must have a Valid Driver's License

Application Instructions:

https://careers.avalonhealthcare.com/jobs/17836?lang=en-us

Contact Person

Chelsey Coronado

chelsey.coronado@avalonhealthcare.com

Location:

Payson, UT

The Recreational Therapist is responsible for providing high quality patient care, displaying good skills in assessment of patients’ functional needs and outcomes; consulting with and participating as part of the patients’ treatment team. The Therapist effectively participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team. The Therapist reviews patients’ functional needs and will modify treatment plans to assist patients in expressing their emotions and experiences in a safe and controlled manner, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Depending on Program needs and the Therapists education and training, the Therapist may function in a variety of therapeutic roles.

Essential Job Functions

• Conducts and adjusts therapies in accordance with patient diagnosis and needs

• Implements a treatment plan of care for patients based on a thorough assessment of the patient’s symptom presentation, professional/referral input and all other available data. Completes individualized and group therapies to ensure optimal outcomes

• Conducts therapy practice within defined standards of care

• Completes progress notes and assessments according to program procedures

• Participates as an active member of the interdisciplinary team

• Communicates effectively with other professional and support staff to achieve positive patient outcomes

• Conducts group therapy sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of group therapy principles and group therapy techniques

• Works in close conjunction with patient family, nursing staff, social workers and attending physician

• Displays thorough knowledge of available community therapeutic resources

• As directed, conducts activity therapy sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of activity therapy principles/psychopathology and effective group therapy techniques

• As directed, conducts educational group sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of subject matter and effective communication skills in presenting material

• Provides ongoing education to patients and families as needed

• Conducts educational group sessions, displaying good theoretical knowledge of subject matter and effective communication skills in presenting material

• Provides resources and support for patients before, during, and after treatment of patients

• Actively involved in measuring patient performance; communicates results and trends to supervisor

• Provides feedback to supervisor on an ongoing basis in regards to concerns, improvements, changes, etc.

• Attends Unit and Hospital meetings as directed

• Identifies areas needing improvement and utilizes the facility performance improvement process. Actively participates in department processes as requested

• Enhances professional growth and development of self and others through participation in educational programs, in-service meetings and workshops. Keeps up to date on professional literature

• Ensures confidentiality of all information encountered

• Maintains professional interactions with peers, management, and staff through effective written and verbal communications

• Assists with ambulating and lifting patients as needed

• Complete and maintains crisis prevention and intervention training

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• 4 Year / Bachelors Degree in Recreational therapy or related field

• 1 year experience

• Recreation Therapy Certification at hire

• Certified by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreations Certification (NCTRC) if applicable

Application Instructions

Please apply directly at: https://billingsclinic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/4884?c=billingsclinic

Contact Information

Billings Clinic Recruitment 

Ph: 406-435-1141

email: lgelfarth@billingsclinic.org

Location:

Billings, MT 

Do you enjoy developing and running activities that help support function for greater engagement and health and well-being in adults? As the Recreation Therapist Coordinator, you will put those skills to work through overseeing the daily programming in our adult day program for functionally impaired adults 18 years or older, living at home in the community. Our Adult Program is based on a social model of day care, that provides a variety of recreational therapy interventions for the purpose of supporting individual function or buffering the trajectory of chronic/developmental conditions for enrolled adults.

You will develop and manage the recreational therapy calendar for the site, conduct assessments, track and update client progress goals and facilitate contracted services. You will work hands on with our care staff to ensure proper implementation of our programming, while getting to know our clients on an individual level to develop person-centered care plans which includes goals with measurable outcomes.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the program’s day to day implementation and the comprehensive care and well-being of our program participants.

• Develop, monitor, and update individualized care plans for each client, including developing client care goals and measurable outcomes for the person-centered objectives.

• Communicate with staff, family & caregivers for all client care conferences and person-centered planning.

• Set and conduct family & caregiver conferences

• Create monthly activity calendars and daily activity schedules, inclusive of community outings and contracted services.

• Be a resource for direct care staff

Required Qualifications and Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Must hold a Current Certified Recreational Therapist (CTRS or MTRS) license in the state of Utah.

• Current, valid State of Utah Driver’s License

• Ability to drive a 12-15 passenger van.

• Ability to physically assist clients with ambulating, toileting, dressing, lifting 50lbs or more and other needs as assigned.

• Minimum of 1-year experience working with functionally impaired adults.

• High level computer literacy

• Current CPR and first aid certification

• COVID-Vaccinated

• Pass a BCI (background screening) and drug test.

Contact Name:

Erin Aguilar, HR Manager: erin@nhutah.org

Application Instructions

https://nhutah.splashtrack.com/Jobs/Job?jobId=07fe100f-fa21-42c8-973e-7d78b990e7bb

Location:

1050 W 500 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84104

Do you enjoy games, sports, arts and crafts and other recreational activities? The Utah State Developmental Center is looking for a compassionate, energetic person to fill our Recreational Therapist position. Join our staff who are dedicated to maintaining the physical, social and emotional well-being of the individuals that reside at our facility. 

Principle Duties: 

• Preparing and performing recreational therapy assessments

• Implementing recreational therapy activities and programs 

• Functionally supervise and train staff to assist with recreational activities

• Maintaining records to comply with federal requirements

• Writing reports indicative of progress or regression of the individuals

Ideal Candidate

The model candidate for this position is someone who:

• understands and is passionate about the need of recreational therapy for individuals with special needs

• is enthusiastic, flexible, and willing to try things they haven't done before

• has experience working with the intellectually disabled population

• has experience in the recreational therapy field

• has a good foundation of knowledge on how to write programs and goals for those with recreational needs 

Example of Duties

Other duties in addition to those listed above

• Adapting program(s) to meet specific needs or concerns.

• Monitoring cases to ensure that treatment plans are being followed.

• Discussing results, findings and/or recommendations with appropriate parties.

• Acting as a resource to team members, participates in team and professional meetings and gives input as to needs of clients.

• Assisting with the Equine assisted learning  program.

Qualifications

• licensure as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in Utah.

• follows all practices and requirements of the Recreational Therapy Practice Act and the Recreational Therapy Practice Rule

• identify developmental needs of others and coach, mentor, or otherwise help others to improve their knowledge, skills and abilities

• evaluate treatment effectiveness

• speak clearly, concisely and effectively; listen to, and understand, information and ideas as presented verbally

• oversee the appropriate use of equipment, facilities

• maintain and/or repair tools and equipment

• ability to observe details at close range and at a distance.

• ability to observe physical conditions, behavior or surroundings for potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity.

• ability to hear sounds that may indicate potential areas of concern or inappropriate activity.

Application Instructions

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah/jobs/3759626/recreational-therapist-ii

Location

Utah County, UT

The Vibrant Life® Director is responsible for organizing, planning, facilitating and directing the overall operations of the Vibrant Life® Department in accordance with current standards, guidelines and regulations, company policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Executive Director to assure that an on-going program of Vibrant Life® activities is designed to meet, in accordance with the assessment, the interests and the physical, mental, and psychological well-being of each resident. The Vibrant Life® Director is also responsible for developing wellness programs for families to meet their identified needs and conducting staff in-services. Hire, evaluate, coordinate, monitor performance, and supervise department staff in accordance with company policy. Make recommendations to the Executive Director with respect to staff evaluations, merit pay increases, reprimands, disciplinary actions and terminations.

Work Experience Qualifications

• For communities licensed for fifty (50) or more persons: Must have one (1) year of experience in conducting group activities and be knowledgeable in evaluating residents’ needs, supervising other employees and in training volunteers. These requirements may be waived if an exception to this requirement is made by the licensing agency upon the community’s

• If a California based community: CALIFORNIA – For communities licensed for sixteen (16) to forty-nine (49) persons: Must have at least six (6) months experience in providing planned activities or be enrolled in an appropriate education or training program. For communities licensed for fifty (50) or more persons: Must have one (1) year of experience in conducting group activities and be knowledgeable in evaluating residents’ needs, supervising other employees and in training volunteers. These requirements may be waived if an exception to this requirement is made by the licensing agency upon the community’s written presentation of a satisfactory alternative plan.

Educational Experience

• Required – High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Preferred - A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university (or equivalent experience)

Contact Name:

Helen Porter, CTRS   hporter@islllc.com

Application Instructions

https://www.ziprecruiter.com/c/Escalante-at-Draper/Job/Vibrant-Life-Director/-in-Draper,UT?jid=0d48cc5494766a26&lvk=uLTGqSFJTO6en4vuUa2FSw.--Meif8OfAg

Location:

Draper, UT

The Center is seeking a part-time Recreation Therapist (8 hours/week) to collaborate with the Center's multidisciplinary treatment team in providing leisure-skill building, service learning, and outdoor leisure education experiences to patients. Are you looking for a rewarding position where YOU really make a difference? Come work for one of the world’s premiere Eating Disorder Treatment facilities in Orem, Utah --- Center for Change. You will work with an amazing interdisciplinary group of professionals, including doctors, therapists, dietitians, nurses and other support staff. There is not a kinder, more healing environment around.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement recreation therapy interventions including leisure-skill building, outdoor leisure education, service learning, and ropes and challenge courses; transport patients to and from off-campus activities; process experiences and report outcomes in progress notes.

Schedule

• 2nd & 4th Sunday each month:  Three On-campus groups:  10:30 am to 11:15 am; 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm; and 1:30 to 2:30 pm

• Tuesday mornings off-campus outing:  8:30 am to 11:00 am

• Tuesday morning department meeting:  11:15 am to 11:45 am

• Friday afternoon on-campus group:  1:15 pm to 2:15 pm 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Recreation Therapy

• Current CTRS and TRS Licensure in the State of Utah

Recreation Therapists are required to transport patients using company vehicles. To qualify to drive company vehicles Dietitians 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.

The Center's Philosophy:

The Center's philosophy on treating eating disorders focuses on providing patients with opportunities to explore feelings and expand their sense of self through meaningful recreation therapy experiences. 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. Recreation Therapists will benefit from the opportunity to 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. Recreation Therapists will gain hands-on experience in how to successfully work with eating-disordered clients, and will find the opportunity to work in a warm and friendly setting where they can see the progress patients are making a rewarding experience.

Application Instructions:

https://jobs.uhs.com/center-for-change/jobs/154345?lang=en-us

Location:

Orem, UT

At Paramount Health and Rehabilitation we provide a continuum of care for our residents as well as diverse opportunities for you! We are a rehabilitation unit and long term care. We believe that through supporting you and creating an atmosphere of a home away from home you can truly do your best work and give the up most care to each resident. We know that through putting our employees first you can give that great tailored care and feel the support you need to succeed.

Paramount is looking for a Fun, Creative individual to join our team. As a Recreation Therapy Assistant!

 Job Description

• Assists recreational therapists and recreational therapy assistants under close supervision of our Recreation Therapy Director, with the provision of basic recreational therapy treatment interventions, such as, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy groups, exercise, weight training, relaxation training, therapeutic outings as an aspect of reintegration training, and the use of recreation/activity interventions designed to reach educational or treatment goals/outcomes.

• Assists recreational therapists and recreational therapy assistants to provide, under close supervision of Recreation Therapy Director, therapeutic activities to assist patients/client to improve or maintain physical, cognitive, social and emotional functioning and to meet educational and treatment goals.

• Escorts, transports and assists patients to and from treatment interventions, therapeutic activities and recreation.

• Assists recreational therapy assistants and recreational therapists to prepare for and to clean-up after treatment interventions and therapeutic activities Commensurate with assessed competencies, may plan, lead and assist patients to participate in recreation activities.

• Performs cleaning tasks to assist with infection control.

• Discusses patients’ responses, reactions and participation in treatment interventions, therapeutic activities and recreation with the supervising recreational therapy assistant or recreational therapist.

• Organizes supplies used in treatment interventions, therapeutic activities and recreation.

• Performs related duties as requested.

Application Instructions:

Call or text Emily at 385-390-2472 to schedule and interview today!

Location:

Salt Lake City, UT

Join our team at the Wyoming State Hospital and fulfill your passion for serving others and making a difference in your community while starting a career in state government. The city of Evanston is a small Rocky Mountain community that is a 45-minute drive from the world-famous ski slopes of Park City, Utah. Evanston's area is excellent for recreational activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, biking, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing.

This position provides direct recreation therapy interventions to patients in a psychiatric hospital in the group and individual modalities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Completes Recreation Therapy Assessments to develop treatment programming relevant to the interests and needs of the person served.

• Works as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

• Conducts therapeutic interventions and activities which are relevant to persons served.

• Documents information relevant to persons served.

• Maintains therapeutic facilities and troubleshoots difficulties as they arise.

• Follows ATRA Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.

Preferences

• Preference may be given to applicants with one or more years of experience working with serious, persistent mentally ill patients.

• Preference may be given to applicants with a Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a closely related field.

• Preference may be given to applicants who are Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS) by NCTRC.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of group facilitation techniques and group dynamics.

• Knowledge of Therapeutic Recreation Treatment models and Theories.

• Assessments.

• Treatment plan development.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree (typically in Recreation Therapy)

• Experience:

  • 0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in recreational therapy) with acquired knowledge at a Recreational Activities Coordinator level.

OR

• • Education & Experience Substitution:

  • 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in recreational therapy) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Recreational Activities Coordinator

Application Instructions:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming/jobs/3547757/hsra09-2022-03495-recreational-activities-coordinator-evanston?keywords=evanston%20recreation&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Contact Person

Kathy Argyle, CTRS

Lead Recreation Therapist

Wyoming State Hospital

(307) 444-0688

kathy.argyle@wyo.gov

Location:

Evanston, WY

Are you a creative and energetic Activities Coordinator with a mission-driven mindset? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of families in need? If so, then consider joining Embark Behavioral Health as a Recreational Therapist at our Hobble Creek residential treatment facility.

Embark is a national innovator in mental health care is pleased to announce the opportunity for an experienced and innovative leader in the therapeutic activities to join our Hobble Creek, UT Team. This individual will be an instrumental role in: planning, organizing, developing, maintaining, promoting, operating, and managing a recreational activity program within a Residential Treatment facility. Additionally this person will coordinate and monitor activities with contractors, and volunteers providing therapeutic recreational services at the Residential Treatment Center. Work is performed in accordance with the departmental rules, regulations, and safety practices to reinforce to our clients, in a short term residential treatment setting. Our unique approach at White Haven is multi-systemic and emphasizes the power of relationships. Our employees work together with a close-knit support team and provide support for the entire family.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop activity schedule that promotes socialization, teamwork, recreation and physical movement.

• Guide students and encourage engagement in group activities

• Discuss the importance of living a healthy lifestyle that includes regular physical activity, socialization and mindfulness.

• Plans and facilitates daily, weekly and monthly events to encourage socialization, relaxation and recreation

• Implements activities to accommodate the social and emotional needs of teens

• Handles logistic aspects of making events possible such as ordering supplies, maintaining inventory, phone calls and scheduling.

• Ensures the safety of students while participating in activities and monitors and document student participation and progress

• Flexible, adaptable and able to help meet the programs daily structure and scheduling needs.

• Hours required: four weekdays 11-7 (weekdays flexible); Saturdays 10-2

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of adolescent development and recreational interventions to support emotional needs of the population served.

• Knowledge of company policies and practices.

• Basic knowledge of the disorders and issues facing the students and their families.

• Skill in communicating clearly with students, parents, and co-workers.

• Ability to do basic word processing.

• Ability to project coordinate and prioritize work.

• Ability to adapt to the vast variety of learning, behavioral, and emotional needs of the students.

• Ability to align activities to help meet the students treatment goals.

• Highly organized.

• Ability to create and adhere to a schedule.

• At least 2 years working in recreation type setting

Education and Experience:

• Experience in leading indoor and outdoor recreational activities with integrative learning concepts.

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Sciences.

Application Instructions:

https://embarkbh.applicantpro.com/jobs/2372297.html

Location:

Springville, UT

Copper Hills Youth Center, located in West Jordan, UT is a private residential treatment center for adolescents 12-17 years of age. We counsel, teach and mentor children placed in our care and give each child a chance to make successful changes. At Copper Hills Youth Center, we treat boys and girls who have emotional, behavioral and psychiatric disorders. Our accredited private school allows students to continue their education while receiving treatment. 

We are searching for a full time Recreational Therapist who will be responsible for planning, organizing and conducting recreational therapy program for assigned units.

As a recreation therapist, you will have a caseload of 25-30 residents, and you will be conducting psychoeducational groups, ropes course groups, adventure outings, service outings and community outings.

You will work a Tuesday-Saturday schedule and your days will generally start around 8am and end at 4pm, but that can/will flex depending on the needs of the department and the needs of your caseload. You will be expected to attend all meetings and trainings related to your job and your caseload. On Saturdays the days tend to be different depending on the outings that are being conducted. You will be required to work at least 2 Saturdays per month, but sometimes it will be 3 Saturdays per month, depending on the needs of the department.

Qualifications

• You are required to be certified by NCTRC and hold a current CTRS certification, as well as be licensed as a TRS through DOPL in the state of Utah.

Benefits offered to full time staff include:

·         Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Assistance

·         Free delicious and healthy meals while on shift

·         Medical, Dental, Vision insurances

·         Basic Life and Supplemental Life insurance

·         Short and Long-term Disability insurance

·         Dependent Life insurance

·         Flexible spending accounts

·         401k with Company Match

·         Generous paid time off

·         And more!!

Contact Name

If you have any questions please feel free to contact Allysa Beers, Director of RT at Copper Hills Youth Center at allysa.beers@uhsinc.com

Application Instructions

If you want to join a team of professionals passionate about providing world class care to the patients we serve, please submit your resume via the online career center: www.copperhillsyouthcenter.com

West Jordan, UT

Holladay Healthcare is looking for a part time or full time activities assistant to join our dynamic family! You would help run our activities programs with our amazing residents. Must have good communication skills and be a self starter. Experience with dementia is preferred

Application Instructions:

https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=abebc56248dfba7b&advn=7685961705019004&adid=390961499&ad=-6NYlbfkN0AW-7Wnv9KP4MUPVsFLaa1aq81NVn7tAwuYNnxgLuxHFPNCtrk5NXtU0hHlY1Mcyzk_Iduy56mKz449LkpRE3Twj1axBilq5LoTE8z8SxXh0F7ADAM4wyo9A061dTlgOXFpYkiaHDVuzlByFX8u9ow3ikYTTRaZJhgWz7ZJ0PWZJFo4_UrQTXuUSS2KF0JJXf3H_VVc5Oaa9UxLOIr0cl0nanBsWh2ig-We6YRBhHLOWQABMxJNVTlAFwpmninL49EplRERDgXGwlBgfq9QDXBLcp_xFQ9sY29KUqZHVWyJb3d7LRcbSSWztWL2siogliZbcbcW1vWr27w1RB5b7JU14FXgj6O0w00ZqIwk7HwHF_LKgaVym9i7-83qrJ7KRSS2bSi_zSPBkOvxomAkKCmnb6KrV5iLc5jptNtR-_C-PpLQjyOyFn2l_h3jjMpL4uE%3D&from=serp&from=mobRdr&dest=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.indeed.com%2Fjob%2Factivites-assistant-abebc56248dfba7b&desth=6758dd408778d1e9e2860c12cfdf4800&prevUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.indeed.com%2Fm%2Fjobs%3Fq%3Dholladay%2520healthcare%26l%3DSalt%2520Lake%2520City%252C%2520UT%26from%3DsearchOnHP%26sameQ%3D1%26sameL%3D1&tk=1g5kjvrbd2bc9000&dupclk=1&acatk=1g5kk04culhdo800&pub=6917c08ec3ecf6012dd26f3773156e870cace3277f6b99df&utm_source=%2Fm%2F&utm_medium=redir&utm_campaign=dt

Location:

Holladay, UT

WHO WE ARE

Maple Lake Academy is a residential treatment center for adolescents (13 to 18) on the autistic spectrum.  Our students are high functioning dealing with deficits in social skills, life skills, inability to understand their own emotions or put their emotions in to words.  Many of our students are emotionally fragile or don’t have strong emotional intelligence.  We provide a safe and nurturing home like environment for our students to learn skills that push them in the areas mentioned above. Our team works with our client population daily, hands on, and in one on one situations. has been providing support to teens experiencing high-functioning ASD, non-verbal learning disorders, and other significant life challenges including depression, ADD/ADHD, anxiety, attachment disorders, self-esteem, psychological trauma, and other challenges. We use an attachment theory approach to care and seek to help teens embrace life and learning one success at a time. 

Recreational Therapy at Maple Lake Academy

Maple Lake Academy has been honored with the “Utah Recreation Therapy Association Outstanding Program Award”, and we value recreation therapy as a central and critical benefit to the overall therapeutic support we provide our students. 

Our recreational therapy (RT) program utilizes goal-oriented individual, group, and family sessions to increase students’ knowledge of themselves as well as to enhance feelings of trust, responsibility, self-esteem, cooperation, adaptability, awareness and decision making. 

Benefits experienced by students who participate in RT at Maple Lake Academy include:

• Countless opportunities to learn and practice communication and social skills while working as a team member in community tasks.

• Frequent occasions for the student to gain leadership skills through planning, development and implementation of recreation therapy activities as task leader.

• Community service projects help students understand their role and importance in society.

• Greater opportunities for personal growth and progress through participating in tasks that are perceived to be challenging.

• Leisure participation, social integration, and problem resolution.

OVERVIEW

We are looking for a Recreational Therapist who has experience working with teenagers, preferably on the autism spectrum, and who is enthusiastic and passionate about RT, residential treatment, and working with a collaborative and interdisciplinary team of professionals. You would also be involved with taking what's working well with the existing program, and have the freedom to build upon it to make the program your own. High organization and communication skills will be important in this role. This is a management position. The Recreational Therapist will oversee all programs and supervise another Recreational Therapist (Part-Time).

Responsibilities:

• Management position.

• Oversee another Recreational Therapist working in the program. 

• Assess each incoming client to determine current functioning, therapeutic needs, and leisure/recreation needs to improve quality of life. 

• Create and list objectives for each client on his/her Master Treatment Plan (MTP). 

• Plan and execute 1.5-hour Recreation Therapy (RT) group sessions 3 times weekly and a 3-hour session on Fridays.  

• Coordinate and lead an extended RT session, on Fridays during the summer schedule, that takes school time and lasts up to 8 hours. 

• Plan and lead a 3-day/2-night camping trip each summer with all students. 

• Document all RT sessions using Best Notes. 

• Collaborate with clinical team and treatment team weekly to discuss client progress and to plan interventions. 

• Participate in weekly management meeting to collaborate department efforts, goals, and schedules.  

• Review RT MTP objectives quarterly in treatment team and replace or update them when completed. 

• Adhere to all confidentiality and HIPAA standards. 

• Adhere to ATRA standards of practice and State of Utah’s Recreation Therapy Practice Act laws and rules. 

• Work with our Marketing team at times to assist in admitting qualified families. 

• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a collaborative team. 

• Participate quarterly in parent weekends by creating and implementing experiential tasks for groups of one or more families at a time.  

• Outstanding communication skills 

• DSM-5 competency 

• Open to professional and clinical feedback. 

• High level of self-awareness, and ability to self-evaluate to make changes to program  

• Ability to demonstrate self-regulation in stressful situations and help others maintain or regain baseline in stressful situations 

• Excellent leadership ability in leading client groups and other staff members, in a variety of environments and conditions. 

• Resource to residential staff, taking time to teach them in the moment as needed. 

• Commitment to providing culturally competent services, with an ongoing commitment to training and development. 

• Training any Recreation Therapy interns in all the above responsibilities and duties, as well as completing all NCTRC internship requirements. 

• Conducting RT tasks for training within MLA departments. 

• Occasionally assist in presenting at Company-wide training

• Maintains an up-to-date training record on all required training

• Other duties as assigned

Technology Requirements 

• Copy/Fax machine: Basic 

• Computer Skills: Basic 

• Microsoft 365: Basic 

• Video Conferencing: Basic 

Minimum Requirements and Experience

• NCTRC certification as Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)

• Utah licensure as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (TRS) or Master Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (MTRS) in good standing

• 2+ years experience with an active license

• Age 21+

• Ability to pass a criminal background check upon hire

BENEFITS AND PERKS

-Medical and Dental group coverage (Maple Lake covers a high percentage of the employee's premium, so your monthly investment is low!)

-HSA options for health coverage

-Group basic and supplemental Life Insurance

-Great Paid Time Off benefits to help accommodate work-life balance (Vacation, Sick Time, Parental Leave, Bereavement, 8 Company Holidays)

-Very collaborative team between all departments

-Employee activities and company parties throughout the year

SCHEDULE 

Weekdays, usually 9am-5pm

An ATTACHMENT Approach

Most youth residential treatment programs use a behavioral approach to therapeutic and residential support, but we set ourselves apart for our students by using an attachment-based approach. Everything we do is through the lens of attachment theory. As a member of the MLA team, you'll get great training in attachment styles, and how to best help teens in our program to build healthy relationships with themselves, their peers, and caregivers. Additionally, we focus on helping students identify the core issues behind their behaviors and thoughts, and then how to address those core needs. We seek to create a safe environment for students and employees to learn, grow, develop, explore, make mistakes, and build lasting impactful relationships with those around them.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants should email their resume to jose@maplelakeacademy.com. Our hiring manager will reach out to candidates who appear to meet our needs within a few business days. If you don't see any emails come through upon submitting the application, or are awaiting a response from the hiring manager, check your SPAM folder. Sometimes emails from our application system get sent there.

Location:

Spanish Fork, UT

Responsibilities

Develops schedules, budgets, and various protocols involving the Recreation Therapy Program. Assess students’ level of functioning and well-being within various domains of life, develops treatment goals, plans, and implements intentionally chosen activity and community-based interventions and techniques that are specifically designed to promote increased functioning and well-being within the assessed domains. Documents students progress and provides a discharge summary. Participates in the management of a therapeutic adolescent environment including: developing rapport with adolescents, therapeutic community group sessions, crisis intervention, problem solving management and intervention group meetings, and activities for daily living. Participates in the professional multi-disciplinary case conference meetings and contributes to the prescriptive treatment plan and interventions development and implementation.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have current TRS or MTRS licensure as well as CTRS certification.

• In addition to education requirements, employee must demonstrate, through prior work experience, competency in consistently exercising professional judgment and discretion in the execution and implementation of milieu management techniques and methodologies.

• Must possess a current certificate for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid.

• Not required but encouraged: Wilderness First Responder Certification and ROPES Certification.

• Knowledge Required:

• Must demonstrate understanding of and ability to apply and implement the TR process as outlined in the ATRA standards of practice.

• Must demonstrate understanding of and ability to, apply and implement behavioral/psychological theory and principles, as well as treatment approaches for child and adolescent psychopathology. Knowledge and experience in outdoor education/recreation. Effective organizational and management skills required.

• Must demonstrate strong leadership skills. Must have a working knowledge of Milieu Management strategies.

Contact 

John Webb 801-301-2447

john@newfocusacademy.com

Application Instructions

Please send a resume to John Webb at john@newfocusacademy.com and call John Webb at 801-301-2447

Location:

Heber City Utah

WHY BRIGHTON RECOVER CENTER? 

Our mission at Brighton Recovery Center is to provide the best physical, emotional, and spiritual care for our patients and their families. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. 

As a quickly growing company, we are always looking for passionate, talented and creative people to join our team's roster. We offer excellent pay, medical, dental and vision benefits, PTO and retirement packages. Contact us right away if you would like to be considered for this team. We are looking for the best! 

Responsibilities

Planning recreation outings and accurately planning costs of the outings; taking residents on recreation outings; taking residents to the gym; supervise residents at all times during these outings; documentation of recreational activity; other recreation duties as needed.  

Hourly position, compensation commensurate with experience.

Minimum Requirements

• PREFER Licensed in the state of Utah: TRS, CTRS, willing to review individuals with experience but not licensed.

Contact 

https://brightonrecoverycenter.com/

Application Instructions

Please send a copy of your resume to Chloe Swanson, HR Specialist, at cswanson@brightonrecoverycenter.com

Location:

Ogden, UT

Do you love planning and carrying out group recreational activities? 

Can you see yourself planning leisure/recreational activities to help treat the mentally ill? 

We are recruiting for a Licensed Recreational Therapist!! 

As a Recreational Therapist at the Utah State Hospital, you will prepare and recommend therapeutic, leisure, and diversionary recreation activities for patients residing at this facility.

Principle Duties

• Performs recreational therapy assessments

• Implements recreational therapy programs for individual patients

• Prepares and recommends therapeutic recreation activities

• Develop new ideas and contribute to USH recreational programs

• Provide high quality recreation therapy groups

 The Ideal Candidate

• Has professional experience working with mentally ill patients/clients.

• Has professional work experience in a direct patient care setting for mentally ill patients or clients.

• Must be licensed as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (TRS) or Master Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (MTRS) with the UTAH Division of Occupational Professional Licensing (DOPL) 

Contact Name:

If you would like additional information, please contact Julie Varoz, Recreational Director, (801) 344-4400 or (358) 625-6941

Application Instructions

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah/jobs/3408783/recreation-therapist-legacy-utah-state-hospital?keywords=recreation&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Location:

Utah State Hospital 1300 E. Center Street, Provo, Utah

Responsibilities:

• Plan, implement and oversee the daily therapeutic recreation activities on a memory care unit

Requirements

• TRT but CTRS preferred

Application Instructions:

Send resume to Amy Stoeger at Amy.stoeger@missionhealthservices.org

Application Deadline 2/11/22

Location:

Bear River, UT

Owned by Mission Health Services and partnered with Summit Vista, Meadow Peak Rehabilitation is a growing community. Our new Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living will offer growth for recently hired individuals like no other community.

As Utah’s first Life Plan Community, employees aim to provide daily care in a safe and secure environment. Residents enjoy a private apartment, sitting areas, private dining, and courtyards, all in a relationship rich environment. We strive to know each resident on a personal level and empower them to maintain their independence.

Mission Health Services is a non-profit organization, dedicated to creating a world of change for our residents and care partners!

The bottom line: it is the people — not profits — that define Mission Health Services’ success.

The Activities Director is in charge of planning and executing activities for the enjoyment of our skilled nursing and assisted living residents. Our Eden culture provides worthwhile activities that can be both planned and unplanned as we create a caring and homelike environment.

Responsibilities:

• Plan activities with the residents' needs and wants in mind.

• Implement these ideas and follow through with activities throughout the day.

• Document as needed.

• Communicate, collaborate and support staff in gathering residents to these meaningful activities.

• Develop verbal and written communication to residents and staff regarding the activities of the community.

• Supervise activities assistants as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least two years of management experience

• TRT, TRS, or CTRS certification (pay is negotiable based on these credentials)

• Skilled nursing and assisted living experience preferred

• Strong desire to care for elderly

• Able to pass background screening

• Weekend work may be required at times

Application Instructions:

Contact Tim Needles for more information

Phone: 801-960-6438

Location:

Taylorsville, UT

Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the activity programs of this facility.

• Assist in the development, administering, and coordinating of department policies and procedures.

• Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards, and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures to the Administrator.

• Review department policies and procedures, at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes (e.g., ADA, ergonomics, air quality, etc.).

• Develop and implement policies and procedures for the identification of medically related activity needs of the resident.

• Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family.

• Participate in discharge planning, development, and implementation of activity care plans and resident assignments.

• Interview resident/families as necessary and in a private setting.

• Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Administrator as required.

• Involve residents and families in planning facility activity programs.

• Assist in arranging transportation to other facilities when necessary.

• Refer resident/families to appropriate social service personnel when the facility does not provide the services or needs of the resident.

• Provide information to resident/families as to Medicare/Medicaid, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident, as necessary.

• Provide consultation to members of our staff, community agencies, etc. in efforts to solve the needs and problems of the resident through the development of activity programs.

• Assist in the review and updating of departmental job descriptions at least annually.

• Assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing the activity department.

• Maintain a productive working relationship with the medical profession and other health related facilities and organizations.

• Review and evaluate the department’s work force and make recommendations to the Administrator.

• Coordinate activities with other departments as necessary.

• Work with the facility’s consultants as necessary and implement recommended changes as required.

• Delegate authority, responsibility, and accountability to other responsible department personnel.

• Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Administrator concerning the operation of the activity department.

• Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished.

• Interpret the department’s policies and procedures to employees, residents, visitors, government agencies, etc.

• Keep abreast of economic conditions/situations and recommend to the Administrator adjustments in activity programs that assure the continued ability to provide daily activities.

• Review and develop a plan of correction for activity deficiencies noted during survey inspections and provide a written copy of such report to the Administrator.

• Assist the Infection Control Coordinator in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and job related activity functions to ensure that tasks involving potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded.

• Review departmental complaints and grievances from personnel and make written reports to the Administrator of action(s) taken. Follow facility’s established procedures.

• Assist the Quality Assessment & Assurance Committee in developing and implementing appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies.

• Develop, implement, and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the activity department.

• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.

• Interview residents or family members to obtain activity information.

• Ensure that all charted activity progress notes are informative and descriptive of the services provided and of the resident’s response to the service.

• Maintain a reference library of written material, laws, etc., necessary for complying with current standards and regulations, and that will provide assistance in maintaining a quality activity program.

• Involve the resident/family in planning objectives and goals for the resident.

• Meet with the administration, medical and nursing staff, as well as other related departments in planning activity programs.

Qualifications

• TRT or CTRS Preferred

Application Instructions:

Please call or email Jared Janmohamed  JJanmohamed@EnsignServices.net

  801.865.9903

Location:

Lehi, Utah