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RECREATION THERAPIST

Dayton, OH · On-site

Associates, Bachelor's or Master's Area of study or major: Occupational therapy, Recreational therapy, Art therapy, Expressive therapy, or Rehabilitation Preferred educational qualifications:

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RECREATION THERAPIST

Dayton, OH · On-site

Associates, Bachelor's or Master's Area of study or major: Occupational therapy, Recreational therapy, Art therapy, Expressive therapy, or Rehabilitation Preferred educational qualifications:

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RECREATION THERAPIST

Dayton, OH · On-site

Associates, Bachelor's or Master's Area of study or major: Occupational therapy, Recreational therapy, Art therapy, Expressive therapy, or Rehabilitation Preferred educational qualifications:

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RECREATION THERAPIST

Dayton, OH

Associates, Bachelor's or Master's Area of study or major: Occupational therapy, Recreational therapy, Art therapy, Expressive therapy, or Rehabilitation Preferred educational qualifications:

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RECREATION THERAPIST

Dayton, OH · On-site

Associates, Bachelor's or Master's Area of study or major: Occupational therapy, Recreational therapy, Art therapy, Expressive therapy, or Rehabilitation Preferred educational qualifications:

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What is the difference between Recreation Therapy Associate vs Recreation Therapist?

AspectRecreation Therapy AssociateRecreation Therapist
CredentialsTypically requires an associate degree or certification in recreation therapy support rolesRequires a bachelor's or master's degree in recreation therapy or a related field, along with certification (e.g., CTRS)
Work EnvironmentAssist in recreational activities in hospitals, rehab centers, or community settingsDesign and implement therapeutic recreation programs in healthcare, mental health, or rehabilitation facilities
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by healthcare providers, community centers, and rehab facilities as support staffEmployed as licensed professionals responsible for therapeutic planning and assessment

In summary, Recreation Therapy Associates support recreational activities under supervision, while Recreation Therapists lead and develop therapeutic programs, requiring higher education and certification.

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Recreation/Activity Therapist

East Liverpool City Hospital

East Liverpool, OH

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

East Liverpool City Hospital rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

553rd of 1,059 rated hospitals

Job description

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! East Liverpool City Hospital, a member of the Prime Healthcare Foundation, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

East Liverpool City Hospital is an award-winning community hospital proudly serving residents of the tristate region since 1905. With 152 licensed beds and more than 500 employees, the hospital averages 31,000 Emergency Department visits annually. East Liverpool's medical staff is comprised of more than 160 physicians with an additional 21 resident physicians completing their training in Family Medicine and Internal Medicine. The hospital provides 24/7 emergency services, general surgery, medical stabilization for substance abuse, behavioral health for adults over the age of 55, and remains the ONLY cardiac rehabilitation program in Columbiana County. For more information, visit www.elch.org.

Responsibilities

Conducts therapeutic recreational activities within the geriatric behavioral health program to facilitate rehabilitation of the physically and mentally disabled. The Recreation/Activity Therapist directs patient participation in selected activities such as games, social activities, sports or music to create an atmosphere of sociability, to provide a means of creative expression and to facilitate the learning skills for recreating during hospitalization and after discharge in the community. Creates an environment that allows the patient to explore his/her own potential, cultivate positive morale and minimize distress of illness.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Bachelors or Masters Degree in Recreation Therapy, Art Therapy, occupational therapist (OT), or Expressive Arts Therapy OR Associates Degree in occupational therapy assistant (COTA).2. Current and active state licensure as required by degree.3. Minimum one (1) year experience in Behavioral Healthcare, rehabilitative or SNF setting preferred.

Employment StatusFull TimeShiftVariableEqual Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

 Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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