Adjunctive Therapist - CTRS, Per Diem/On-Call (Sacramento)

POSITION TITLE: Adjunctive Therapist (CTRS, OTR, or ATR)

REPORTS TO (TITLE): Director of Social Services

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

The AT Therapist delivers structured therapeutic recreation services through group and individual sessions using modalities such as art, movement, exercise, occupational‑based activities, and leisure interventions. Working collaboratively with the interdisciplinary treatment team, the therapist develops and implements individualized activity therapy treatment plans and applies sound therapeutic recreation theory and methodology in all patient interactions. The role upholds organizational ethics, customer service standards, and a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement while supporting patient stabilization, engagement, and functional recovery in an acute behavioral health setting.

CURRENT AVAILABILITIES: Per Diem/On-Call (Weekend Availability required).

Hourly Pay Rate: $30.96 - 43.19 (Pay is based on experience)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Activities

• Conducts group and individual sessions for patients, within scope of practice which may draw from mediums such as art therapy, movement therapy, occupational rehabilitation, exercise, games or leisure activities.
• In collaboration with interdisciplinary treatment team, develop and implement activity therapy treatment plans.
• Demonstrates sound application of activity therapy theory and methodology.
• Provide individual activity therapy as order by patient’s physician.

Administrative Assignments

• Evaluate patient progress and document results in patient chart and department records
• Contributes effectively to discharge planning.
• Perform routine and assigned clinical and administrative tasks
• Exhibit a commitment to quality and process improvement
• Performs related duties, as requested.
• Upholds the Organization's ethics and customer service standards.

Requirements

Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field with a CTRS certification.
• One year experience in a health care field with emphasis in activities and/or recreational therapy.
• Current BLS Certification.
• Current HWC (Handle with Care) or to be completed during initial orientation period.
• Knowledge of psychiatric and addictive disease diagnoses and treatment.
• Demonstrated group process, teaching or training skills.
• Experience in psychiatric care environment preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Maintains confidentiality of patients at all times.
• Sensitivity to and willingness to interact with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds.
• Proficiency with software and/or equipment (Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.)
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects, work relatively independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively as well as possessing the skills to lead, influence, and motivate others.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, this position is frequently required to do the following:

• Use standard office equipment and access, input, and retrieve information from a computer. Use computer keyboard with manual and finger dexterity and wrist-finger speed sufficient to perform repetitive actions efficiently for extended periods of time.
• Communicate effectively in person or via telephone in a manner which can be understood by those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse population.
• Give and follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Perform complex mental functions and basic arithmetic functions; interpret complex laws, regulations, and policies; collect, interpret, and/or analyze complex data and information.
• Vision: see details of objects at close range.
• Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Reach forward, up, down, and to the side.
• Sit or stand for minimum periods of one hour at a time and come and go from the work area repeatedly throughout the day.
• Lift up to five (5) pounds.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• California Sick Leave
• 401(k)
• $25,000 Life insurance policy is provided at no charge to the employee

(Eligibility varies between Full-Time, Part-Time, and Per Diem statuses)