Schedule:
- Typical shift = 4pm - 8pm
Plan and facilitate leisure and recreational groups. These include, but are not limited to stretching, fitness, games, yoga (with certification), sports, and arts and crafts.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
Conduct self in a professional manner.
- Display leadership and positive role-modeling with patients and residents.
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Demonstrate a willingness to perform duties of the job.
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Display professionalism in all aspects of the position including presenting with a professional image i.e. attire, grooming and presentation.
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Promote positive, team-oriented approach to patient/resident care. Maintain a supportive and collaborative environment with all disciplines.
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Demonstrate a courteous and respectful demeanor. Attempt to resolve individual issues in a positive, calm and solution focused manner.
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Identify concerns and provide input for resolution.
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Comply with Rogers Behavioral Health Policies and Procedures
Participates in Rogers Operating System
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Develop an understanding of the ROS process.
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Apply the ROS model to department functions.
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Identify ROS concerns throughout the system.
Programming
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Conduct groups, as scheduled.
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Coordinate programming to meet patient/resident interests.
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Complete documentation for patient groups.
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Maintain the safety and equipment standards of the Experiential Therapy department.
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Be flexible with work assignments including schedule changes and program additions.
Patient/Resident skills
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Demonstrate knowledge of intervention strategies and utilize redirection when necessary to maintain patient/resident safety.
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Monitor patient/resident behavior and safely intervene appropriately, using de-escalation techniques and least-restrictive measures possible.
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Establish a therapeutic rapport with patient/resident groups, while maintaining appropriate, professional relationships
Staff Requirements
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Attend mandatory in-services and other in-services relevant to the position. Be responsible for educational and related regulatory requirements.
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Complete required orientation competencies and training within the Experiential Therapy department and hospital-wide.
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Attend Experiential Therapy department and program staff meetings, as required.
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Meet with manager of Experiential Therapy department regarding clinical guidance, training, program evaluation, and problem reporting.
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Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Additional Job Description:
Education/Training Requirements:
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Bachelor’s degree in a related field including, but not limited to art, music, dance and recreation/fitness preferred.
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Valid Wisconsin driver’s license. May be required to have driving record approved by Rogers Memorial Hospital’s insurance carrier.
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American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR or American Red Cross Professional Rescue certification is required within thirty (30) days of the date of hire, with annual re-certification.
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Formal training in management of the aggressive patient is required within sixty (60) days of the date of hire, with annual re-certification, including self-defense training.
With a career at Rogers, you can look forward to a Total Rewards package of benefits, including:
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Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family
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401(k) retirement plan
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Employee share program
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Life/disability insurance
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Flex spending accounts
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Tuition reimbursement
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Health and wellness program
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Employee assistance program (EAP)
Through UnitedHealthcare, UMR and HealthSCOPE Benefits creates and publishes the Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Rogers Behavioral Health. To link to the Machine-Readable Files, please visit Transparency in Coverage (uhc.com)
