University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleRecreation Therapist/UKHCRequisition NumberRE43502Working TitleRecreation Therapist/UKHCDepartment NameH6110:Acute CareWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level08Salary Range$19.00-30.09/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBSClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related ExperienceNo experience required.Required License/Registration/CertificationCertified Therapeutic Recreation TherapistPhysical RequirementsThis position may require sitting, standing, and/or walking for an extended period.ShiftPrimarily Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm with occasional nights and weekends per departmental needs.Job SummaryA Recreation Therapist plans, implements, coordinates, and participates in the conducting of therapeutic recreational activities for client groups. Therapists conduct assessments, make treatment recommendations specific to the discipline and client needs, and communicate this information to appropriate team members. Therapists function as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team managing delegated aspects of clinical client issues. Patient responses and progress are communicated via rounds, written documentation, staff meetings and case conferences. The therapist is also responsible for ordering, storing, tracking, and resolving issues related recreation equipment.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesThe ideal candidate will have experience as a Recreation Therapist within a hospital. In addition, this candidate will possess strong written and verbal communication skills.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBachelor’s Degree and Certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist.Deadline to Apply01/24/2024University Community of InclusionThe University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().1. * Are you a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist? * Yes No2. * Please indicate the number of years of paid work experience you have as a Recreation Therapist. * None* More than 0, up through 1 year* More than 1 year, up through 3 years* More than 3 years, up through 5 years* More than 5 years3. * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience. (Open Ended Question)4. * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork? * Yes* No5. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system? * HigherEdJobs.com* Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)* HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium) * InsightIntoDiversity.com * Latinosinhighered.com * HospitalCareers.com * Indeed.com * LinkedIn.com * Institute for Diversity in Health Management * A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member * None of the AboveApplicant DocumentsRequired Documents1. ResumeOptional Documents1. Curriculum Vita2. Cover Letter Apply Here: https://www.click2apply.net/ZRzXPkI7MWkwRsDzaHbbPkPI235556595