Local Contract Recreation/Recreational Therapist
Crescent City, CA
Staff Today
4x10 hrs, Days
$60/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Therapist (1 year)
Description
Health Advocates Network is currently seeking a Recreational Therapist to work at a facility in Crescent City, California . These are registry positions with our company.
Pay Rate: $60 / hour
*W2
Job Details:
- Area: Mental Health OT-8HR Class: RECT Shift: 6:30am-5pm (30)
Requirements:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience within the last 36 months (3yrs) as a Recreational Therapist
- Ability to build rapport with patients
- Compassionate and caring demeanor
- Familiarity with medical terminology
- A valid and current CPR card (American Heart Association)
CERTIFICATES ACCEPTED FROM THE NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR THERAPUTIC CERTIFICATON (NCTRC) OR THE CALIFORNIA BOARD OF RECREATON AND PARK CERTIFICATION (CBRPC)
Responsibilities:
- Assess patient needs
- Consider medical records
- Personal observation and talks with the patient and his or her loved ones
- Execute a therapeutic program targeted toward what that patient requires most
- Keep current on communal and therapeutic resources available to best help the patients
- Document a patient's progress during their activities
- Other duties assigned my supervisor
Employer
Staff Today
At Staff Today we believe that successful organizations are a product of experienced and talented employees. We have upheld this belief in all our recruiting and management functions, resulting in Staff Today being one of the largest staffing companies in the United States.
- Purpose
To be a leader in the staffing industry by providing enhanced services, relationship and profitability.
- Mission
To provide quality services that exceeds the expectations of our esteemed clients/customers.
- Philosophy
Our philosophy is simple. We believe we have two clients – our customers and our employees. Our success and reputation is built around each. We know our relationship with both is mutually beneficial and we continually strive to satisfy each at the highest possible level.
- Core Values
We believe in treating everyone with respect and integrity. We integrate honesty, integrity and business ethics into all aspects of our business functioning.
About Crescent City, CA
As a in Crescent City, CA here's what you should know:- Crescent City's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 64°F, and winter lows are around 41°F.
- Short term rentals may be limited, but options are available.
- It may require some effort to find suitable furnished housing.
- Crescent City is car-friendly due to its smaller size, but public transportation options are limited.
- The population is relatively diverse, with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to the coastal location.
- There is a small population of travel nurses.
- Crescent City offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, and beachcombing.
- There are also some local restaurants and opportunities to enjoy art and music events.
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