| Employer | University of Kentucky |
| Created | 05/10/2024 |
| Reference | 240735541 |
| Country | United States |
| State | Kentucky |
| City | Lexington |
| Zip | 40502 |
| Salary | - |
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University of Kentucky Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. Posting Details
Posting Details
Job TitleRecreation Therapist/On-Call/UKHCRequisition NumberDU11595Department NameH6140:Psychiatric ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYSalary Range$19.00-30.09/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status On CallRequired Education
BS
Required Related Experience
No experience required
Required License/Registration/Certification
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist
Physical Requirements
This position may require sitting, standing, and/or walking for an extended period.
Shift
Shift will vary. Candidates will need to be available day, evening, weekend and holiday per departmental need. Must work at least 36 hours/month.
Job Summary
A Recreation Therapist plans, implements, coordinates, and participates in the conducting of therapeutic recreational activities for client groups. Therapists conduct assessments, make treatment recommendations specific to the discipline and client needs, and communicate this information to appropriate team members. Therapists function as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team managing delegated aspects of clinical client issues. Patient responses and progress are communicated via rounds, written documentation, staff meetings and case conferences. The therapist is also responsible for ordering, storing, tracking, and resolving issues related recreation equipment.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have experience as a Recreation Therapist within a hospital. In addition, this candidate will possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
Bachelor’s Degree and Certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist.
Deadline to Apply05/15/2024University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents Required Documents
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