Recreation Therapist - Psych Therapy - AM (012)
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Description
Compensation:
Pay Range: $43,890 – $71,320 / year.
- Benefits available for eligible positions include: 100% tuition assistance, wellness initiatives, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligible employer, plus more. In addition to our many benefits and perks, UAB Medicine provides a variety of resources to support employees both personally and professionally.
Work with the Best at UAB Medicine:
UAB Medicine is Alabama’s largest single-site employer and operates over 1,200 beds and over 200 clinics in Birmingham, Alabama. When you become part of UAB Medicine, you join a nationally ranked academic medical center committed to education and advancing medical science through research.
- U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, #1 in Alabama
- America’s No. 1 Best Large Employer, Forbes, 2021
- Level I Trauma Center
- NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Comprehensive Transplant Institute, Comprehensive Stroke Center
Our success in patient care, innovation, and education is a direct result of our supportive and inclusive culture. Whether you are looking to start your career, fast-track your development, or diversify your skills, UAB Medicine offers avenues for advancement that other employers cannot match.
Job Description:
To plan, direct, administer and evaluate programs of therapy as prescribed by the referring physician and as evidenced by the patient s needs. To maintain records and assist with program development.
Preferred Qualities:
Seeking a Certified Recreation Therapist with experience working in a gym environment. Experience in a psychiatric environment strongly recommended. The position will primarily be based in the Center for Psychiatric Medicine gym interacting with and facilitating groups focusing on team building, and physical energy outlet for the adult and adolescent population, may also involve leading groups on nursing units.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation or a related field required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently certified or eligible to be certified as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) required.