Description

　　Come join our team as a Certified Recreation Therapist, at North Tampa Behavioral Health! If you are passionate and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those in need through compassionate therapeutic practices, this position is right for you!

　　North Tampa Behavioral Health is the leading treatment program for individuals suffering with mental health & substance abuse issues. Our expert staff restore hope and provide lasting recovery to adults in the greater Tampa area, through holistic care and comprehensive inpatient & outpatient programs, including a separate inpatient program for senior adults. Our inpatient program also features specialized tracks for co-occurring disorders and chemical dependency. North Tampa Behavioral Health is conveniently located less the 20 miles from downtown Tampa, Florida, in beautiful Wesley Chapel, right off I-75 on SR-56. Our employees describe working at North Tampa Behavioral Health as “being part of a family”, “ability to make a real difference in a person’s life”, “warm and welcoming”, “providing service to those in need”. Our employees feel they make a difference in each patient they treat. Learn more at www.northtampabehavioralhealth.com.

　　We currently have an opening for a full-time, Certified Recreation Therapist, to join our team of caring professionals. Must have availability on weekends.

　　Purpose of position:

　　Plan, direct or coordinate medically-approved recreation programs for patients in the facility.

　　Plan and implement expressive therapy, leisure and social activities for patients to ensure that their needs are addressed.

　　Conduct sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being, instruct patients in activities and techniques, such are sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.

　　Benefits: At North Tampa Behavioral Health, we offer competitive compensation, benefits (including Medical, dental, vision insurance, life and AD&A, short term and long term disability, flexible spending account and health savings accounts), Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan {including a company match}, tuition assistance, employee referral program, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and regular opportunities for development and advancement.

　　Job Requirements:

　　Education: Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy or other recreation-based field which may be approved for national certification in their area of expertise, required. Master's degree preferred.

　　Experience: At least one (1) year of experience, preferably in Behavioral Health.

　　Licensures/Certification: Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). Current CPR certification and Handle With Care (HWC) certification (will provide training for HWC).

　　Qualifications

　　Licenses & Certifications

　　Required

　　Cert Recreational TheraEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

　　The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)