ESH Recreation Therapist/UKHC

Job Title
ESH Recreation Therapist/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE47020


Working Title
ESH Recreation Therapist


Department Name
H1110: ESH ACTIVITY THERAPY/DUAL DIAGNOSIS


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
08


Salary Range
$19.00-30.09/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

BA



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

0 yrs



Required License/Registration/Certification

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) required within 6 mo of hire





Physical Requirements

Requires handling of light-weight objects up to 20 pounds, or some standing or walking.



Shift

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm



Job Summary

Oversees therapeutic recreation programs and activities for patients. Documents care. Continuously improves group programing.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation required. Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) is required within 6 months of employment. The employee shall become familiar with HIPAA regulations and do their utmost to protect all protected health information (PHI) and other personal or sensitive information within their trust in the course of state business by applying appropriate safeguards and sharing only the information required to deliver agency services. Any personal or sensitive information overheard or seen by the employee will be kept confidential by not sharing it with others, on or off the work-site grounds. Fully participate in all activities regarding the elimination of the use of seclusion and restraints in patient care including educational requirements, competency development activities, and meeting established performance goals and measures. Must have computer competency in approved systems. Must have excellent customer service skills.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor Degree in Therapeuitic Recreation from an accreditated college/university. Experience of 6 months or less is preferred.



Deadline to Apply
10/23/2024


Our University Community

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As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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