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Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a leading provider of comprehensive addiction treatment services, committed to transforming lives through compassionate care. Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, focusing on the holistic well-being of our patients, and treating our teammates with the same level of individualized compassion and empathy. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment for both our patients and our dedicated team of professionals. Pinnacle transforms the lives of more than 35,000 individuals daily resulting in a network of care spanning across the country.

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a leading provider of comprehensive addiction treatment services, committed to transforming lives through compassionate care. Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, focusing on the holistic well-being of our patients, and treating our teammates with the same level of individualized compassion and empathy. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment for both our patients and our dedicated team of professionals. Pinnacle transforms the lives of more than 35,000 individuals daily resulting in a network of care spanning across the country.

Overview ​ PURPOSE STATEMENT: ​Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient’s treatment plan. Hours are 12:30pm-9:00pm Responsibilities ​ ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: ​Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtain information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treat plan. ​Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facilitate patient progress with treatment goals. ​Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness. ​Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being. ​Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such are sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs. ​Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and help the patient achieve his/her treatment goals. ​Plan and implement activity interventions that promote a safe use of leisure time. ​Provide activity interventions to promote the development of social skills and leisure independence. ​Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups. ​Direct and supervise activity staff in their implementation of the activity therapy program and services, if applicable. ​Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.  When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints.  Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. ​ OTHER FUNCTIONS: ​Perform other functions and tasks as assigned. Qualifications ​ EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: ​Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required. ​Master’s degree preferred. ​Two or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility is required. ​ LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: ​CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). ​First aid may be required based on state or facility. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws. TOWBH

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a leading provider of comprehensive addiction treatment services, committed to transforming lives through compassionate care. Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, focusing on the holistic well-being of our patients, and treating our teammates with the same level of individualized compassion and empathy. We believe in providing a supportive and inclusive environment for both our patients and our dedicated team of professionals. Pinnacle transforms the lives of more than 35,000 individuals daily resulting in a network of care spanning across the country.