CTRS needed in Idaho

A CTRS Is needed in Idaho. Go here:

http://idaho.jobs/certified-therapeutic-recreation-specialist/jobs-in/none/idaho/usa/jobs/health-and-welfare/careers/?vs=25

2 CTRS needed

http://www.gurwin.org/job/certified-therapeutic-recreation-specialists-2-full-time/

CTRS needed in Louisiana.

Here is the link:


http://careerbuilder.com/jobseeker/jobs/jobdetails.aspx?showNewJDP=yes&job_did=J8G7HY602K84GVV74FJ

Preparing yourself for a job interview to get your dream job.

Photo Credit: Canstockphoto.

This blog entry is specifically for students in recreational therapy degree programs and those who are looking for their first professional care.

My good friend, Allan Rufus is a transformation life coach and the author of Preparing yourself for a job interview to get your dream job.

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You need to be prepared physically and mentally by having a clear, practical and concise step-by-step strategy or roadmap when going for your job interview. You want to be relaxed, sound and look confident. You want to impress the interviewer with your presentation skills so you can be that outstanding candidate they are looking for.

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PART 1 - HOME PREPARATIONS

• Deciding what you want to do
• Common Mistakes
• Knowing your skills, talents, qualities and traits
• Job searching
• Application process
• Things to think about when creating your CV / Resume
• Creating your CV / Resume
• Know your CV / Resume backwards
• Writing a cover letter
• Getting directions
• Researching the company
• What to take with you
• Getting groomed
• What to wear
• Prepare Mentally
• Social media sites

PART 2 - AT THE INTERVIEW 

• What to expect
• What to remember while in the interview
• Business Etiquette
• First Impressions
• Body Language
• Greetings
• How to have a good interview
• Understand the interviewers agenda
• Branding yourself / Selling your skills
• What questions are most asked
• What questions to ask
• What questions not to ask
• How to negotiate your salary
• What questions to ask after the offer
• When you should NOT take the job
• Responsibilities 

PART 3 - AFTER THE INTERVIEW 

• Write down notes about the interview for future reference
• Write a thank you note
• Follow up

A CHECK LIST TO TAKE WITH YOU

TEMPLATES 

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Thank-you Letter 

WORKBOOK – SKILLS IDENTIFICATION AND GOAL SETTING

Life’s satisfaction scorecard 

Discovering your genius: Understanding yourself and identifying your Core Beliefs: 

• IQ vs EQ
• Attitude
• Self talk
• Values
• Desires
• Qualities / Traits
• Talents
• Skills
• Strengths
• Weakness
• Passion - Hobbies / Abilities
• Goals

CONCLUSION 

Understand yourself before going for that interview, and you will have a greater chance of getting that job you dream of.

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Montana needs 2 RTs

The Montana State Hospital is currently recruiting for 2 Recreational Therapists to join our Department.  One position will be on a newly transitioned living area.  Please feel free to post on RT specific sites as well as to share with interested and qualified applicants.  Candidates may inquire also with Beth Eastman, CTRS, Rehabilitation Department Director at 406-693-7145. 

 

Position Title: 

Recreation Therapist - (15142959)  Description:  The recreation therapist helps patients build resiliency and life skills.   Other responsibilities include: 1) Interviewing and observing patients to assess physical and mental status, capabilities, and interests, rehabilitation needs and plans appropriate interventions; 2) Designing and developing  treatment programs and interventions addressing patients assessed needs; and 3) Developing treatment goals and evaluating patients progress toward goals and revises goals as needed. Qualifications:  Required for the first day of work: ·         Knowledge of recreation therapy interventions and practices.   ·         Knowledge of psychology, human behavior and development. ·         Knowledge of individual and group therapy principles. ·         Knowledge of recreational activities and related equipment. ·         Knowledge of mental illness, chemical dependency, traumatic brain injury, developmental   disabilities; medical and physical disabilities. ·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills. ·         Ability to write reports and make oral presentations. ·         Ability to operate personal computer and general office equipment as necessary to complete essential functions, including using spreadsheets, word processing, database, email, internet, and other computer programs. Minimum Qualifications (Education and Experience): ·         Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation. ·         One year recreation therapist experience. ·         Completion of approved recreation therapist internships may substitute for the one year of required experience.   ·         National Council for Therapeutic Recreation certification is required within one year of employment. Applicant Pool Statement:  If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment:  This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.   Job:  Healthcare  Salary: $ 17.50 - 18.38  Hourly  Benefits Package Eligibility:  Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan   Shift:  Day Job  Travel:  No   Primary Location:  Warm Springs  Agency:  Department of Public Health & Human Services Union:  Montana Education Association and Montana Federation of Teachers (MEA-MFT)  Bargaining Unit:  024 - MEA-MFT -MSH -Prof   Posting Date:  Dec 17, 2015, 8:15:29 AM  Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone):  Ongoing  Required Application Materials:  Resume, Transcripts   Contact Name:  Todd Thun  |  Contact Email:  tthun@mt.gov  |  Contact Phone:  406 693-7034 The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources system and each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection process. An employee or applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process should contact the state agency human resources staff identified on the job listing as soon as possible or use the relay service by dialing 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer support services including assisting applicants with submitting online applications.

Monster.com info. about rec therapy

Monster.com has a very interesting article for those people who are interested in becoming a recreational therapist.

Check it out here:
http://www.monster.com/healthcare/a/health-care-job-recreational-therapy 

Career Opportunity: Minnesota

hospital in Minnesota is seeking a CTRS.
Go here for information:

http://www.mnhospitaljobs.com/job/1926679/certified-therapeutic-recreation-specialist-ctrs

Career: Tukwilia, WA (near Seattle)

I received an email today:

Currently in need of a part time weekend CTRS at Cascade Behavioral Hospital in Tukwila, WA (near Seattle) working with behavioral health and chemical dependency patients. 

The link to view the posting is below.

Go to the link to apply. And if you're not interested, but know a person who might be, then share this link with them:

http://www.cascadebh.com/about/careers/employment/recreational-therapist

Thanks so much!

your friend,

Danny.

careers

My good friend from ATRA,  Diane Skalko, posted several career opportunities at the rec therapy listserv:

Carrollton Springs is hiring for a full-time CTRS.  See below for the posting.  You can apply for the position at http://newton.newtonsoftware.com/career/JobIntroduction.action?clientId=8a3b93ee494f97ab014958e9169b5a58&id=8a7886f851c3137e0151d0f1ae4125f0&source=

Carrollton Springs is located in Carrollton Texas outside of Dallas/Ft. Worth.

CTRS Activities Therapist 

Full-Time

Job Description
Recreational Therapist serves as a member of the interdisciplinary team to provide  recreational and activity services to patients hospitalized for treatment of substance abuse, dual diagnosis, or psychiatric or emotional disorders. Plans, organizes and directs medically approved recreation programs, including such activities as sports, dramatics, games, arts and crafts to assist patients to develop interpersonal relationships, to socialize effectively, and to develop confidence needed to participate in group activities. Recreational Therapist regulates content of the programs in accordance with patients’ capabilities, needs,  interests and treatment plan.  

Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institute in Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, or similar field and/or relevant licensure or certification per state of practice guidelines.  Must have a current and active CTRS License for the State of Texas.

Experience:  Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience working with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric and geriatric patients preferred.

License:  Current unencumbered  certification/license/registration preferred.
Additional Requirements:  CPR certification and Crisis Prevention Training (CPI) within 30 days of employment and prior to any patient contact. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime. 

We have several hospitals looking for full-time or PRN CTRSs.  See below for the link to apply but the hospitals are:

Beckett Springs which is located in West Chester, OH outside of Cincinnati

Brentwood Meadows located in Evansville, IN

Carrollton Springs located in Carrollton, TX, outside of Dallas/Ft. Worth

Cottonwood Springs located in Olathe, KS

Highland Springs located in Cleveland, OH

Westpark Springs located outside of Houston, TX

To apply:  http://newton.newtonsoftware.com/career/CareerHome.action?clientId=8a3b93ee494f97ab014958e9169b5a58

Careers in New York

https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/therapeutic-recreation-jobs-new-york

CTRS needed in NH

CTRS position open at the Secure Psychiatric Unit, a mental health facility within the NH Department of Corrections. M-F, 8-4, part of a fantastic treatment team in Concord NH. 60 beds (50 men, 10 women). Contact Debbie Robinson at Deborah.robinson (at) doc.nh.gov for more information and a link to the posting.

Posting for Debbie Robinson

Adaptive Rec. Leader is needed

An Adaptive Recreation Leader is needed:

http://www.piplod.com/details/?q=Adaptive-Recreation-Leader-I-in-Peoria-AZ&jk=8d63abfc9db61676

TR manager needed

Here is a post for a TR Manager:
http://greaterstcloudjobspot.com/display-job/26129/Therapeutic-Recreation-Manager.html


 

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RT jobs

Several RT jobs are posted at this link:

http://reematch.com/findjobs/recreation+specialist+adult+senior.html

Part-time RT needed in Richmond

Part-time RT needed in Richmond.

Go to this link:
http://richmond.craigslist.org/hea/5221097125.html

RT needed in New York

New York State job: RT needed

https://statejobsny.com/employees/vacancyDetailsPrint.cfm?id=23373

Assistant Professor - University of Wisconsin

https://chroniclevitae.com/jobs/0000897111-01

Clemson

I am very excited to be able to share this attached job announcement with you. On the Clemson campus, we have a nurse run health care center where RT is offered to community members, employees, and staff. We have partnered with them in a number of exciting ways, including having our undergraduates administer health and fitness testing, as well as providing RT to a rural and diverse population.

 

We now have a graduate assistantship available that will provide a PhD student with tuition waiver and a stipend. The successful candidate will provide RT services there, as well as supervise undergraduate recreational therapy students who are working in the clinic.

 

We will have a booth at ATRA next week and would be happy to talk to you about this in person. If you are not going to be at ATRA but are interested, please send me an email and we can set up a time to talk!

 

This position can start in January or August. I look forward to talking with you!

 

For information about our doctoral program, please see http://www.clemson.edu/hehd/departments/prtm/rt/graduate.html 

 

Cheers,

Marieke

 

Western Carolina needs Assistant/ Associate Professor

At the beginning of October, two recreational therapy faculty position applications will go live at Western Carolina University in beautiful Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina.  Both positions begin August 1, 2016 for the 2015-2016 academic year.

1. Position #1 is a tenure-track position listed as Assistant/ Associate Professor and requires a terminal degree. 
2. The second position is non-tenure track listed as Assistant Professor.  Those with master's degrees or terminal degrees are encouraged to apply.

I will post full descriptions as the links open, but am excited to talk with interested individuals at the upcoming ATRA and NCRTA conferences.  My cell phone number is 828-508-7019.  Please feel free to contact me for a 1:1 meeting.

Thank you,
Jennifer