ResponsibilitiesConducts a therapeutic recreation program within the hospital to facilitate rehabilitation of the physically and mentally disabled. The Activity Therapist directs patient participation in selected activities such as games, social activities, sports or music to create an atmosphere of sociability, to provide a means of creative expression and to facilitate the learning skills for recreating during hospitalization and after discharge in the community. Creates an environment that allows the patient to explore his/her own potential, cultivate positive morale and minimize distress of illness.QualificationsEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING1. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Recreation Therapy, Art Therapy, Expressive Art Therapy, or related field.2. Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), Registered Therapeutic Recreator (RTR), or related field.3. Minimum one (1) year experience in Behavioral Healthcare, rehabilitative or SNF setting preferred.4. Current BCLS (AHA/ARC) certificate upon hire and maintain current.Pay TransparencyParadise Valley Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $29.00 to $34.65. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.Employment StatusFull TimeShiftDaysEqual Employment OpportunityCompany is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:Privacy NoticePrivacy Notice for California Applicants:

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