? [3 Days Left] Recreation Therapist
Company: Novant Health
Location: Winston Salem
Posted on: June 26, 2025
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Job Description:
Overview: Recreational Therapist - Per Diem Transform Lives
Through Recreation at Novant Health! Location: Winston Salem, NC –
Forsyth Medical Center Department: Behavioral Health Therapy PRN -
(varied shifts) Why Join Us? At Novant Health, we're redefining
healthcare by integrating therapeutic recreation into patient care.
As a Recreational Therapist, you'll be at the forefront of this
mission, using innovative activities to promote healing and
well-being. What You’ll Do: - Design and lead therapeutic
activities tailored to diverse patient needs. - Collaborate with a
multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive care plans. -
Assess patient progress and adapt interventions for optimal
outcomes. - Foster an environment of inclusivity, creativity, and
compassion. Qualifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic
Recreation or related field. - Certified Therapeutic Recreation
Specialist (CTRS) and Licensed Recreational Therapist (LRT) in
North Carolina. - Experience in behavioral health settings
preferred. - Strong interpersonal skills and a passion for
patient-centered care. Benefits: - Competitive salary and
comprehensive benefits package. - Opportunities for professional
growth and development. - Supportive and collaborative work
environment. - Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Ready to Make a Difference? Join a team where your creativity and
compassion can change lives. Apply now to become a part of Novant
Health's innovative approach to healthcare. At Novant Health, one
of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the
strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong
organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our
patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants
from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career
opportunities. Qualifications: - Education: Bachelor’s degree,
required. - Graduate of National Recreation and Parks Association /
American Association of Leisure and Recreation (NRPA/AALR)
accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree is
required. New graduates after January 1, 2007 must hold National
Certification (CTRS) and North Carolina State Licensure (LRT).
Current practitioners must have the ability to obtain National
Certification (CTRS) and North Carolina State Licensure (LRT) by
January 1, 2008. - Experience: One year clinical experience in
behavioral health, preferred. - Licensure/Certification: NC state
approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility
specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and
Behavioral Health units, required. - Additional skills required: -
Conduct assessments. - Maintain a caseload and responsible for
documentation regarding caseload patients. - Provide clinical
services to a wide range of ages, cultures and socio-economic
backgrounds. - Keep accurate and appropriate record. - Perform well
in a work environment dependent upon mutual support, a high degree
of independence, and a strong team concept. - Skill at presenting
to groups, facilitating group interaction and providing one to one
sessions as needed. - Additional skills preferred: One year
experience of mental health/substance abuse background with a
working knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis and therapeutic
interventions with the mental health/substance abuse population.
Responsibilities: It is the responsibility of every Novant Health
team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in
every dimension, every time. - Our team members are part of an
environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and
community involvement. - The successful team member has a
commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of
quality care. - All Novant Health team members are responsible for
fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of
"First Do No Harm".
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