Recreational Therapist, CTRS

RECREATIONAL THERAPIST (CTRS) OPPORTUNITY

Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare is actively seeking a highly-motivated individual skilled in leadership and communication to fulfill the role of Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist (CTRS). The ideal candidate will have a positive demeanor and sharp attention to detail, will demonstrate consistency and reliability, and must have a heart for helping mentally and behaviorally disabled teenage boys.

Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare is located at the edge of Montgomery Hall Park in Staunton, Virginia. We are a residential treatment hospital that has served our community for more than 16 years. We care for adolescent boys who struggle with behavioral health conditions and co-occurring intellectual disabilities. Our employees play a pivotal role in providing guidance, direction, and supervision to our young men. We take pride in providing treatment, education, rehabilitation, recreation, and cultural exposure through outings, while also providing a safe environment. Our mission at Liberty Point is to empower and equip young men toward an independent life through positive-based behavioral and vocational training, along with the help of the entire Liberty Point Team.

We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about us at: Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare

• Ensure that Liberty Point has a quality and comprehensive resident Activity and Recreation Program
• Responsible for the creation, implementation, coordination, and dissemination of all related resident activities and related communication
• Plans and coordinates all resident activities including for Holidays, school integration days, and non-school days
• Ensures the resident activities calendar, activity notifications, and special events are effectively communicated
• Assists staff and provides support to employees by introducing and educating staff to activities
• Assists, demonstrates, teaches, and instructs activities to residents
• Responsible for being versed and keenly aware of resident Human Rights and expectations of care per guidelines and polices of Liberty Point, Licensure, and Joint Commission
• Interacts and coordinates activities with the Liberty Point Educational Department and, in particular, the Health & P. E. Department
• Effectively inventories all activities and recreation equipment and ensures items are kept in working condition and/or replaces such items when deemed necessary through the departmental purchase request procedures
• Partners with and positively interacts with the Liberty Point Program Coordinator and Scheduling Coordinator when planning activities, events or outings for residents
• Provides resident ratio coverage in emergency or high-need situations
• Provide direct supervision and care for intellectually disabled adolescents in a residential setting
• Provide positive and appropriate intervention, limit-setting, response, problem-solving, and guidance when needed
• Provide effective, accurate, and legible documentation
• Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and follow-thru with resident treatment plans and interventions
• Respond to children in a caring, mature manner while demonstrating sound professional boundaries with both residents and staff

• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Therapy or related field
• Certified Recreational Therapist (CTRS) through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification
• Two (2) years experience providing Recreation/Activities Therapy. Prefer minimum of two (2) years in a psychiatric setting with adolescents
• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire
• Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Working knowledge of recreational therapy programming

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds,
• Effectively use the full range of body motion -- sit, bend, kneel or stand for more than an hour if needed.
• Reflect behavior, attitude, and appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives
• Successfully complete and pass all components of Handle With Care & Verbal De-escalation Crisis Intervention Training,
• Effectively perform facility approved First Aid and CPR techniques (CPR, First Aid, and HWC training will be obtained during new employee orientation)

• Flexible scheduling -- no mandates
• Sign-On Bonus -- $500 at satisfactory completion of 6 months of employment; $1000 at satisfactory completion of 12 months of employment; both documented via formal review with supervisor (total = $1500)
• Referral Bonus
• Home/Work Life Balance
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending or Health Savings Account
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Career Development Opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment
• Meals provided while on the job
• Company stock purchase discount
• Top-Notch Employee Assistance Program