Activities Therapist - Nursing I/P Psychiatric-1East - Full Time
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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Activities Therapist - Nursing I/P Psychiatric-1East - Full Time - NSG-Inpatient Psychiatric.
In this role, the successful candidate The Activity Therapist is responsible for providing high quality patient care displaying good skills in assessment group treatment and therapeutic mileu The Activity therapist completes functional assessments on all Inpatient Psychiatric patients and works as an integral member of the treatment team to provide an individualized therapeutic mileu treatment approach for the patients The Activity therapist assists with program development and provides activity groups and events that assist the patient toward their recovery Collaborates with internal and external agencies to provide groups events and activities that meet the treatment needs of the patients Is responsible for maintenance and upkeep of Activity schedule supplies and storage Utilizes their creative skills to present educational and community resource information for patients
Job Responsibilities:
Provision of Patient Care
Plans and implements the unit rsquo;s activity therapy program including planning of daily events special events and providing inservice for other staff participating in the activity therapy program as appropriate
Conducts divisional therapy program including planning and arranging for guest speakers and/or external agency participation
Conducts activity therapy group sessions displaying good theoretical knowledge of group principles and good group techniques
Conducts individual activity therapy sessions as assigned displaying good theoretical knowledge and good treatment technique
Completes activity therapy evaluations as per Policy and procedure
Communicates pertinent patient information and observations with the treatment team and documents accordingly
Displays good interviewing assessment and report writing skills
Provides education and referral information for patients as needed
Acts as Activity Therapist consultant to other areas within hospital setting as needed
Demonstrates appropriate understanding of the needs of patients and visitors for each specific age group
Addresses safety and psychological needs of the age groups in planning and delivering care
Meets Expected Documentation Requirements
Ensures confidentiality of all patient information encountered by obtaining required consents or releases of information for every situation for every patient
Completes assessments progress notes and treatment plans in a timely and high quality fashion and according to department standards
Makes Adequate Contribution to Overall functioning of the Department
Participates in providing a safe environment for patients and others Sets limits and restrictions in a considerate and humane manner
Protects patient rsquo;s privacy and patient rsquo;s rights
Participates as a member of the team in community meetings didactic groups group therapy and family meetings
Documents pertinent information regarding patient participation and involvement in the therapeutic milieu as team member
Is responsible for ordering maintenance and organization of activity supplies Ensures all supplies are safely locked and secures at all times
Participates in ongoing evaluation of the therapeutic milieu and reports non therapeutic components to the RN
Observes and evaluates interactions of patients and families with staff and peers
Demonstrates appropriate understanding of the needs of patients for each specific age group
Addresses safety and psychological needs of the age groups in planning and delivering care
Performs other duties assigned by management team or charge nurse
Provision of Interdepartmental Collaboration
Accepts assignment to other areas of the Behavioral Health department and other departments as requested by Behavioral Health Management Team or Nursing Supervision
Attends all staff meetings as directed by Behavioral Health Management staff
Works effectively with other Hospital departments
Works effectively and collaboratively nbsp;with other areas of the Behavioral Health department
Shows willingness to be cross trained to support other areas of the department as needed
Possesses Core Skills to Work Effectively in a Behavioral Health Setting
Displays a positive attitude and outlook verbal and nonverbal body language
Attitude toward change: Works effectively in a variety of situations recognizes the need for change can cope with its threatening aspects and puts its positive aspects to good use
Customer Service Skills: Able to successfully manage customer experiences
Teamwork: Works in the spirit of cooperation and collaboration to achieve mutual goals
Initiative: Able to know what needs to be done and takes action striving for the highest level of job performance
Time Management: Able to organize work and use time effectively
Respect and Caring: Treats others with interest concern and compassion; respecting differences in style approach and background
Interpersonal Skills: Maintains positive work relationships
Communication Skills: Able to convey ideas and information clearly
Feedback: Able to accept constructive feedback and integrate into performance
Flexibility: Able to redirect day to day activities based on departmental/organizational needs
Problem Solving: Offers solutions to problems when appropriate
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Minimum of bachelors degree in recreational therapy and/or Creative Arts Therapy At least one years experience working with Inpatient Psychiatric Patients preferred Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work productively and effectively as part of multidisciplinary team Certified by NY State as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist CTRS or Licensed Creative Arts Specialist LCAT Ability to respond to crisis situations in a calm and professional manner
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
Long Island Community Hospital provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
Long Island Community Hospital is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.
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Long Island Community Hospital provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $45,732.00 - $60,255.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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