Mental Health Associate – Recreation Therapist

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Mental Health Associate – Recreation TherapistPart-Time, Days (32 hours per week)Overview: Performs direct and indirect patient care activities for mental health patients, including technical duties in support of the delivery of nursing care and under supervision of a RN. Leads and co-facilitates educational and activity groups. Assists with milieu management to ensure a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and staff.Education/Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree required or 4 years’ experience in behavioral health setting required in lieu of degree.
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention training within 15 days of hire.
  • Knowledge of basic Medical Terminology and abnormal human behavior

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay rate for Full Time employment is:$15.75 – $20.46. Additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

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