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Recreation Therapist

CHI Health Immanuel Omaha, Nebraska
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The posted compensation range of $23.98 - $34.78 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2024-385789 Employment Type Full Time Department Behavioral Health Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule Full time days, rotating weekends Remote No Category Mental Health
Overview

CHI Health Immanuel located in North Omaha just off of I-680 on 72nd Street offers a full-service hospital cancer center rehabilitation center specialty spine hospital and more. For well over a century our commitment to serve our community inspires our staff to provide the highest quality of care to all who we have the privilege to serve.

CHI Health has an immediate opportunity for a Recreation Therapist - Immanuel - Geriatric Unit

Sign on bonus:  $2,500

With you in mind, we offer the following benefits to support your work/life balance:

  • Health/Dental/Vision Insurance 
  • Direct Primary Plan (No copay, no deductible, and access to CHI Health provider 24/7)
  • Premium Access to our Family Care Program supporting your needs for childcare, pet care, and/or adult dependent care
  • Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) 
  • Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
  • Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Wellness Programs
  • Flexible spending accounts

CHI Health, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, includes 150+ clinics delivering quality care to patients across Nebraska and southeast Iowa. Our full-service network provides a variety of Primary Care & Priority Care Services, including Family, Internal, Geriatric, and Pediatric Medicine, in addition to several specialties to deliver custom care based on the unique needs of our patients.


Responsibilities

CHI Health, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, includes 150+ clinics delivering quality care to patients across Nebraska and southeast Iowa. Our full-service network provides a variety of Primary Care & Priority Care Services, including Family, Internal, Geriatric, and Pediatric Medicine, in addition to several specialties to deliver custom care based on the unique needs of our patients.

  • Assesses patients upon admission according to specific program policies and procedures.
  • Formulates and implements Therapeutic Recreation Treatment programs according to individual patient needs as determined by evaluations and assessments.  Develops treatment plans to include goals, objectives and methods to achieve the same within time frame designated and methods to achieve the same within time frame designated in the unit specific Policies and Procedures manual.
  • Administers quality treatment modalities for both individuals and groups.
  • Communicates verbally or in written form to treatment teams regarding patient’s assessment, progress, or evaluations.
  • Fosters an open climate so that effective communications between Therapeutic Recreation staff  and other departments can take place.
  • Assumes the individual responsibility for personal and professional growth.
  • Attends mandatory Behavioral Health Services and hospital educational programs each year.
  • Attends and actively participates in departmental and unit staff meetings as appropriate.
  • Participates in ordering supplies needed for activities.
  • Assists the Operations Director / Program Manager / Coordinator Recreational Therapy in recommending and developing new interventions, ideas, or programs.

Qualifications

Preferred:   Certified in Recreation therapy.

Required: 

Educational equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field.

Basic Life Support (BLS)

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