Certified Recreational Therapist

Overview:

Come join our team in Atlanta!

*Schedule will include weekend coverage*

*mid-shift schedule ideal*

Advanced Recovery Systems is an integrated behavioral healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, and mental health issues. We put behavioral health front and center, providing assistance to people with substance abuse issues, addictions and mental health concerns. With facilities in various regions of the U.S., we have been furthering this mission since our inception, applying our advanced approach to patient care. Located in Roswell, Georgia, The Recovery Village Atlanta is a physician-led adult rehab facility that provides evidence-based, compassionate care for substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.

Perks of working with our clinical team:

Strong team culture and comradery

Collaborative peer learning environment

Responsibilities:

The Recreational Therapist is responsible for planning, directing and coordinating approved recreation programs for patients in treatment.

Works effectively with the facility leadership team to ensure success of the facility by completing the following:

Core Job Duties:

Conducts therapeutic sessions to improve patients' mental and physical well-being.

Observes, assesses and records patient participation and progress during recreational sessions,

Plans, organizes, and directs recreational activities to facilitate patient recovery and well-being.

Assists clinical team to develop a treatment plan to meet needs recreational needs of the patient.

Qualifications:

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

Advanced Recovery Systems requires all employees who work in any facility or office to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (including any booster shots if required), where allowable under the law, unless they are approved for a reasonable accommodation based on disability, medical condition, pregnancy, or religious belief that prevents them from being vaccinated.

Minimum high school diploma is required. Post-secondary education is preferred.

Minimum of one (1) year experience

Certification in Recreation Therapy required

CPR and Standard First Aid certification preferred

We offer great benefits including 401(k), paid time off plan, medical, dental, vision, and much more.

Advanced Recovery Systems, a national integrated behavior healthcare management company dedicated to the treatment of addiction, substance abuse, and mental health issues. We invite you to learn more about us at our !

The Company complies with state and federal nondiscrimination laws and policies that prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, or sex. It is unlawful to retaliate against individuals or groups based on the basis of their participation in a complaint of discrimination or on the basis of their opposition to discriminatory practices/EEO

We are proud to be a drug-free workplace.

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