Recreational Therapist jobs in Novi, MI

Recreational Therapist plans and directs medically approved therapeutic recreational programs for patients. Organizes activities according to patients' capabilities, needs, and interests. Being a Recreational Therapist conducts programs including symptom management, basic conversation skills, community re-entry, sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts. Prepares reports for patients' physicians describing individual patient symptoms and reactions to therapeutic programs. Additionally, Recreational Therapist conducts activity therapy assessment of a patient's strengths and needs, and recommends therapeutic activity. Documents progress on each patient. Requires a license/certification to practice from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Requires to practice from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Recreational Therapist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Recreational Therapist 9-P11 - Center for Forensic Psychiatry
  • State of Michigan
  • Saline, MI FULL_TIME
  • The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.
     
    Recreational Therapists use the principles and practices of recreational therapy to assess the functional skills of patients, developing and providing adaptive therapeutic recreational programs suited for each individual patient. Therapeutic programs are based on identified patient needs. The Recreational Therapist works with other Rehabilitation Services staff to provide therapeutic activity programs on treatment units and, at times, in a centralized program area called Main Street. The Recreational Therapist works as part of an interdisciplinary team and is a treatment team member for their assigned unit.
     
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      To be considered for this position you must:
     
    • Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
    • Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
    • Meet the Selective Position Requirement (SPR) OR SubClass Code (if applicable).
    • Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
    • Attach a cover letter.
    • If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s).  We accept scanned copies of official transcripts.  We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts.  Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.
    Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. See instructions for attaching files here:  Instructions

    Education
    Possession of a bachelor's degree in recreational therapy.

    Experience

    Recreational Therapist 9
    No specific type or amount is required.

    Recreational Therapist 10
    One year of professional experience providing recreational therapy services equivalent to a Recreational Therapist 9.

    Recreational Therapist P11
    Two years of professional experience providing recreational therapy services equivalent to a Recreational Therapist, including one year equivalent to a Recreational Therapist 10.

    If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement.  Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.

    The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.

    Your application for any position does not guarantee you will be contacted by the Department/Agency for further consideration.  Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
      
    This position is located at the Center for Forensic Psychiatry: 8303 Platt Road, Saline, MI 48176.

     
    As a Condition of Employment: this position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check.
      
     The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
      
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Recreational Services Director
  • Omnia Healthcare Group
  • Ypsilanti, MI FULL_TIME
  • Recreational Services Director JOB SUMMARY: The Recreational Services Director supervises and provides the Activity program appropriate to meet the physical, social, cultural, spiritual, emotional, an...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Massage Therapist
  • Massage Envy
  • Ann Arbor, MI OTHER
  • Overview Do you love massage therapy and want to work in an environment where your skills are maximized while earning a substantial income? We are looking for friendly and outgoing professionals who c...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Massage Therapist
  • Massage Envy
  • Canton, MI OTHER
  • Overview Do you love massage therapy and want to work in an environment where your skills are maximized while earning a substantial income? We are looking for friendly and outgoing professionals who c...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • Team Rehabilitation Services, LLC
  • South Lyon, MI FULL_TIME
  • Overview Team Rehab is a network of therapist-owned outpatient physical therapy clinics in Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin and Georgia. Our mission is to provide the best outpatient physical th...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Massage Therapist
  • PCRK Group
  • Ann Arbor, MI FULL_TIME
  • Are you looking for a place to practice massage, build a successful career, and care for others, with a team that puts emphasis on your personal well-being.If you’re a licensed massage therapist who s...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
  • Ciena Healthcare
  • Novi, MI
  • **Job Fair Registration (https://app.brazenconnect.com/events/NpYLl?utm_medium=Ciena&utm_source=Apploi)** **Join us for ...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Social Worker
  • The Manor Of Novi
  • Novi, MI
  • Are you a social worker dedicated to improving the lives of seniors? As a social worker at The Manor of Novi you will pr...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA)
  • The Manor Of Novi
  • Novi, MI
  • Are you motivated to be a leader in a skilled nursing community? As a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator (LNHA) with, y...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse (RN)
  • The Manor Of Novi
  • Novi, MI
  • Job Fair Registration Join us for our Job Fair on 4/25 11:30am-4:30pm! Link is above or walk in! Part Time Nights, 7:00p...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Food Service Cashier - CMS
  • Clinton Community School District
  • Clinton, MI
  • Position Type: Food Service/Food Service Date Posted: 3/12/2024 Location: Clinton Middle School Date Available: 03/18/20...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Youth Counselor-Afternoon Shift 3:30pm-11:30pm
  • Vista Maria
  • Detroit, MI
  • Job Description Job Description In accordance with the Agency’s mission statement, policies and procedures, professional...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Activity Director
  • Ciena Healthcare
  • Livonia, MI
  • Ciena Healthcare Activity Director Livonia , Michigan Apply Now Do you have a passion for working with seniors? Are you ...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Youth Counselor- Afternoon Shift 3:00pm-11:30pm
  • Vista Maria
  • Dearborn Heights, MI
  • Job Description Job Description In accordance with the Agency’s mission statement, policies and procedures, professional...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

Novi (/ˈnoʊvaɪ/ NOVE-eye) is a city in Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2010 census, the population was 55,224, an increase over the 2000 census count of 47,386. The city is located approximately 25 miles (40 km) northwest of the center of Detroit, and about 8 miles (13 km) west of the western border of Detroit. It is about 25 miles (40 km) northeast of the center of Ann Arbor. The city is located within the boundaries of the survey township of Novi Township. The remaining unincorporated township is only a tiny fraction surrounded by the city. According to the United St...
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapist jobs
$57,476 to $71,414
Novi, Michigan area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago

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