Recreation Therapist

Company: Sevita
Location: Fort Wayne
Posted on: November 15, 2024

Job Description:

Mentor Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You'll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.

Recreation Therapist

Do you want to make a positive impact while working in a dynamic work environment? Many of our individuals require flexible scheduling, others can be seen during the day depending on their needs. This position is flexible: coordinate your schedule with the individuals/their guardians. Work from home office, visit individuals in their homes and occasional meetings at our offices throughout Indiana.

Indiana Mentor/Bridges of Indiana by Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face. We've made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

In this role your tasks will be diversified and you will be supporting our mission:

• Provide therapeutic recreation-based treatment program opportunities, including individual and group therapy, in a safe, effective manner to all program participants.
• Complete assessment/evaluation in the areas of Recreational Therapy upon admission for all program participants.
• Work directly with paraprofessional staff to facilitate training and program participant growth in the areas of Recreational Therapy.
• Assist in the development of the rehabilitation plan of care to meet the needs of each program participant.
• Communicate with the program participant, family, and funders as needed regarding participant status and need of services.
• Remain current and compliant with federal, state, and accrediting body regulations and standards.
• Adhere to work practices consistent with Mentor mission, policies, and procedures.
• Adhere to code of ethics, standards of practice, and continuing education requirements of the American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA).
• Procure and maintain all recreational equipment to assure safe and appropriate use by program participants and staff.
• Advocate and educate staff, program participants, and families in the areas of recreational therapy and therapeutic recreation.
• Maintain best practice methods through continued education coursework. Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Recreation Therapy, as well as two years of experience in a rehabilitation environment and/or work in IDD
  • Certification of CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist).
  • Knowledge of rehabilitative techniques relative to recreation for persons with diverse neurological impairment.
  • Ability to interpret evaluations from various disciplines (Neuropsychology, Occupational/Speech/Physical Therapies) and understand the relevance to your practice.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel within specific region and the ability to travel within specific region
  • Ability to have a flexible schedule to meet an individual's needs.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
  • A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach.
  • A commitment to quality in everything you do. Why Join Us?
    • Full, Part-time, and As Needed schedules available.
    • Full compensation/benefits package for employees working full-time hours.
    • 401(k) with company match.
    • Paid time off and holiday pay.
    • Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you serve, working alongside a great team of coworkers.
    • Enjoy job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities. We have meaningful work for you - come join our team - Apply Today!
      
      Sevita is a leading provider of home and community-based specialized health care. We believe that everyone deserves to live a full, more independent life. We provide people with quality services and individualized supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual, or behavioral challenges they face.
      
      We've made this our mission for more than 50 years. And today, our 40,000 team members continue to innovate and enhance care for the 50,000 individuals we serve all over the U.S.
      
      Sevita is committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and respects the unique talents, experiences, and perspectives of our employees and the people we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
      
      

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