Recreational Therapist
- Dartmouth Health
- Windsor, VT 05089, USA
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
We are seeking a dynamic individual with a background in Recreational Therapy to work with our rehabilitation population. This individual will be involved in helping patients return to their leisure activities following traumatic medical conditions or injuries. The focus of the work is on inpatient care, but some opportunities are available to support patients by accessing community resources such as: peer mentors from the community, support groups for various diagnostic groups and introducing community resources (e.g. VT. Adaptive sports, Amputee Coalition, Complementary services)
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation or other related field. National Therapeutic Recreation Certification preferred
Experience: Minimum of one year clinical experience in an acute rehabilitation health care setting, providing direct patient services, or with other specialty populations
Salary: Min: $23.39 / Mid: $29.83 / Max: $36.26
- Area of Interest: Allied Health;
- Work Status: Mon-Fri 32 hours/week;
- Employment Type: Full-time;
- Job ID: 3776
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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