Recreation Therapist

Company: Novant Health
Location: Winston Salem
Posted on: July 18, 2025

Job Description:

Job Description Overview: Recreational Therapist - Per Diem Transform Lives Through Recreation at Novant Health! Location: Winston Salem, NC – Forsyth Medical Center Department: Behavioral Health Therapy PRN - (varied shifts) Why Join Us? At Novant Health, we're redefining healthcare by integrating therapeutic recreation into patient care. As a Recreational Therapist, you'll be at the forefront of this mission, using innovative activities to promote healing and well-being. What You’ll Do: - Design and lead therapeutic activities tailored to diverse patient needs. - Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive care plans. - Assess patient progress and adapt interventions for optimal outcomes. - Foster an environment of inclusivity, creativity, and compassion. Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field. - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) and Licensed Recreational Therapist (LRT) in North Carolina. - Experience in behavioral health settings preferred. - Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for patient-centered care. Benefits: - Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. - Opportunities for professional growth and development. - Supportive and collaborative work environment. - Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Ready to Make a Difference? Join a team where your creativity and compassion can change lives. Apply now to become a part of Novant Health's innovative approach to healthcare. At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities. Qualifications: - Education: Bachelor’s degree, required. - Graduate of National Recreation and Parks Association / American Association of Leisure and Recreation (NRPA/AALR) accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree is required. New graduates after January 1, 2007 must hold National Certification (CTRS) and North Carolina State Licensure (LRT). Current practitioners must have the ability to obtain National Certification (CTRS) and North Carolina State Licensure (LRT) by January 1, 2008. - Experience: One year clinical experience in behavioral health, preferred. - Licensure/Certification: NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units, required. - Additional skills required: - Conduct assessments. - Maintain a caseload and responsible for documentation regarding caseload patients. - Provide clinical services to a wide range of ages, cultures and socio-economic backgrounds. - Keep accurate and appropriate record. - Perform well in a work environment dependent upon mutual support, a high degree of independence, and a strong team concept. - Skill at presenting to groups, facilitating group interaction and providing one to one sessions as needed. - Additional skills preferred: One year experience of mental health/substance abuse background with a working knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis and therapeutic interventions with the mental health/substance abuse population. Responsibilities: It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time. - Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement. - The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care. - All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".

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