Chicago Behavioral Hospital is seeking a Recreation/Recreational Therapist for a job in Des Plaines, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Recreation/Recreational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Duration: Ongoing
- 10 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours
- Employment Type: Staff
Recreational Therapist
As Needed
Chicago Behavioral Hospital (CBH) is a 147-bed acute care facility located in Des Plaines, IL that has been providing mental health treatment to the Chicagoland community and the state of Illinois since 2014. We offer specialized inpatient programs and outpatient services to adolescents and adults, proven to decrease symptoms of mental illness with a clear mission to help people in our community live healthier lives.
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We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Recreational Therapist. If you are looking for a career where you can grow and make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply today!
Title: Recreational Therapist
Department: Expressive Therapy
Location: 555 Wilson Lane, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Schedule: As needed (PRN) with the potential of part-time or full-time status
Position Description:
The Recreational Therapist is responsible for planning and implementing activity services for assigned program, which involves defining and implementing treatment goals as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and providing continuous patient care, observation, interaction, and role modeling to patients.
Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Recreational Therapy, or related therapeutic discipline. Master’s degree preferred.
Experience: One (1) year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with an understanding of mental illness, preferred.
Licensure: CTRS certification. LPC, LCPC, LCSW licensure by state and/or national governing body, preferred.
Additional Requirements: Successful completion of CPR Certification and Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification (CPI) before assisting with a restraining procedure and within 90 days of employment. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
Chicago Behavioral Hospital offers competitive rates and benefits, including:
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Paid time off
Short-term & long-term disability
Life insurance
Shift Differential
Overtime
At Chicago Behavioral Hospital we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees.We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
Chicago Behavioral Hospital Job ID #111409.
Benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Discount program
- Holiday Pay
- Medical benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Vision benefits