NI-Therapist, Recreation

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

10/1/2017

Entity:

Illinois

Job Code:

NI-2184AC

Job Title:

NI-Therapist, Recreation

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Evaluates the functional level of patients admitted to the Center for Mental Health (CDMH) and works with treatment team to develop an individualized treatment plan and implement treatment activities to assist the patient in meeting established goals.  May choose to be involved with committees and councils although participation/attendance for monthly TR meeting is required.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

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Evaluates patients for functional status, establishing a therapeutic relationship with all patients throughout the continuum.

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Develops an individualized treatment plan for each patient based on established department guidelines, maintaining confidentiality of position-acquired information.

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Plans and implements therapeutic activities and groups that improve the patient’s lifestyle and assist patient in coping with wellness, leisure and physical health needs. Summarizes and documents patient progress and regularly communicates clinical information to the interdisciplinary team and/or community or agency contacts.

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Participates in departmental education, planning and continuous improvement quality assurance activities and Shared Governance Councils.

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Performs all aspects of care in an environment that optimizes patient and environmental safety and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts.

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Participates in nonviolent crisis intervention and crisis management as needed.

ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.

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Clinical

Provides age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening, interpretation of clinical and laboratory data and develops and implements age appropriate interventional and plans of care including education within the parameters of his/her position responsibilities and licensure.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor's Degree

in recreational, art or music therapy from an accredited institution.

Required

Maintains nonviolent intervention training.

Required

National certification in recreation therapy.

Preferred

Maintains current nonviolent crisis intervention certification (annual).

Required

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Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

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Good communication, organizational and critical decision-making skills.

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Strong documentation, group facilitation and education skills.

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Knowledge of fitness skills and a variety of wellness/leisure activities.

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Ability to work with all age populations.

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Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to comfortably speak to groups for educational and marketing purposes.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Bending

X

Crouching

X

Pushing / Pulling

X

Carry

X

Fine Hand / Eye Coordination

X

Color Discrimination

X

Hearing Ability

X

Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.

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15 - 30 lbs.

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30 - 50 lbs.

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Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Concentration on Detail

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Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task

X

Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks

X

Oral Communication

X

Written Communication

X

Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids

X

Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons

X

Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations

X

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals

X

Exposure to Radiation

X

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.