Recreational Therapist

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center

Department/Specialty: Behavioral Health

Schedule: Part Time | Weekend Only | 10 hour shifts

• Deliver direct patient care through individualized recreational therapy treatment plans that improve patient engagement, emotional wellness, and functional recovery outcomes.
• Assess patient needs and establish measurable recreational therapy goals aligned with clinical treatment plans, safety standards, and interdisciplinary team collaboration.
• Evaluate patient progress and modify recreational therapy interventions to enhance clinical outcomes, quality improvement efforts, and overall treatment effectiveness.
• Provide patients and families with community-based recreational therapy resources that promote ongoing wellness, recovery support, and successful transition planning.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Therapist specializing in Recreation preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's
  degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

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