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OverviewProvides restorative, rehabilitative, and recreational services to patients on the following areas: behavior health (inpatient and partial hospitalization), rehabilitation unit and skilled nursing unit; consultative and prn services provided to pediatrics. QualificationsEducational RequirementsBachelor's Degree in in therapeutic recreation, music therapy, activity director.Certification & Licensure RequirementsCertified Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor (CADC) For staff hired into this position after February 27, 2022, certification (CTRS, MT-BC, or ADC) must be obtained within 1 year of employment and be maintained annually. Upon HireCrisis Prevention Institute (CPI Training) If hired after August 1, 2019 - CPI within 3 MonthsUse of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position Upon HireWork may occasionally require travel to other UPH facilities/hospitals Upon HireRequired to drive your own vehicle for business purposes. Upon HireOther RequirementsWrites, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. Basic computer knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, email, and web browser. Multicultural sensitivity Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions. Advanced reading, writing and oral skills Ability to utilize PC including, basic elements of Windows environment, keyboarding, work with mouse, and perform basic computer tasks with instruction.ResponsibilitiesConducts initial and ongoing assessments with patients and documentation is timely, complete, legible, concise, and related to the identified needs of the patients.Conducts thorough initial assessments within time frame indicated in department- specific policyDocumentation is legible, concise, and clinically appropriateDemonstrates awareness of appropriate assessment tools/techniques and their applicationConducts ongoing assessments as appropriateInput on care path is timely, legible, concise, and clinically appropriate.Progress notes relate to patient needs/problems identified in the care pathProgress notes reflect staff intervention as well as patient response (effectiveness of intervention) utilizing DAIR format.Progress notes are timely and meet the frequency as stipulated in the department specific policies.Provides therapeutic services for dividual or group activities occur on time and as scheduledServices are individualized to the needs/functional abilities of the current patientsServices provided are targeted to the needs identified in the patients' care pathsServices provided are evidence based reflecting current and accepted techniques and are of high qualitySeeks clinical supervision when appropriateMakes appropriate referrals for ancillary/supportive services.Takes all necessary precautions and risk management steps to protect patients' safety at all times.Group facilitation skills reflect understanding of group dynamics as well as dynamics of individual diseases/disorders.Assures that therapeutic activity therapy supplies are available to meet patient needs.Demonstrates knowledge of developmental levels as well as age-appropriate activities.Designs and implements community re-integration activities.Uses CPI methods when dealing with agitated, aggressive patientsActively participates actively in the multidisciplinary team approach to care.Participates in team staff meetingsparticipates in multidisciplinary staff meetingDocuments plan of care-on-care pathCommunicates timely and appropriately with other members of the treatment team regarding the patients' progressAdvocates for needs of patientsUses informal opportunities to collaborate with other disciplinesUses creativity and knowledge of disease and recovery, in planning care for patientsServes on interdisciplinary committees as requested by Nurse Manager.Participates in quality improvement activitiesIdentifies areas for improvement related to Therapeutic Activity Services (TAS) role in the care of patientsParticipates in data collection for quality improvement purposesParticipates in development and implementation of action plans for quality improvementDemonstrates initiative in the improvement of TAS servicesDemonstrates initiative in his/her professional growth About UsFind it here.Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance - and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet? designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: . Compensation and BenefitsThe compensation range for this position is $21.25per hour - $35.49per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit /benefits.