LifePoint is seeking a travel Recreation / Recreational Therapist for a travel job in Pickerington, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty : Recreation / Recreational Therapist
- Discipline : Therapy
- Start Date : 12 / 01 / 2025
- Duration : 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift : 8 hours, days
- Employment Type : Travel
Job Title : Travel Activity Therapist – Day Shift Location : Columbus Springs East, Columbus, OH Schedule : Day Shift (typically 8-hour shifts) Assignment Type : Travel Contract
Overview : Columbus Springs East is seeking a creative and compassionate Activity Therapist to join its behavioral health team for a travel assignment. This role focuses on facilitating therapeutic activities that support the emotional, cognitive, and social well-being of patients in an inpatient psychiatric setting.
Responsibilities :
Plan and lead group and individual therapeutic activities including art, music, recreation, and wellness sessionsCollaborate with clinical staff to align activities with treatment goalsAssess patient needs and adapt programming to support recovery and engagementDocument participation and progress in accordance with facility standardsPromote a safe, structured, and supportive environment for patientsParticipate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care planningQualifications :
Bachelor's degree in recreational therapy, psychology, social work, or related field (required)Certification or licensure in therapeutic recreation or activity therapy (preferred)Minimum of 1 year of experience in a behavioral health or psychiatric settingStrong communication, group facilitation, and organizational skillsAbility to engage diverse patient populations in meaningful therapeutic activities