Certified Recreational Therapist
Ascension
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Description
- Conduct patient assessments and establish recreational/leisure therapy treatment goals.
- Evaluate each patient's progress and the effectiveness of recreational/leisure therapy interventions.
- Coordinate therapeutic recreational/leisure activities for both large and small groups.
- Provide the patient with information regarding resources and therapeutic recreational/leisure activities in the community.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Therapist specializing in Recreation credentialed from the National Council for Therapeutic
Recreation Certification preferred.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's
degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Additional Preferences:
Therapeutic Recreation Certification required
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Ascension's Recreational Therapist role in Chicago involves designing and delivering therapeutic activities that help patients improve their wellbeing and community engagement. You'll assess patients to establish treatment goals, run both individual and group recreational programs, track progress, and connect people with local resources and activities that support their recovery and quality of life.
The position requires Therapeutic Recreation Certification and BLS Provider certification (obtained within your first month). You'll need either a high school diploma plus two years of relevant experience, an associate's degree, or four years of direct experience in therapeutic recreation or a related field. This is a full-time, in-office role within Ascension, a large nonprofit Catholic health system known for supporting its workforce and recognized as a top employer in healthcare.
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