Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Henry Ford Health · Jackson, Michigan
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Company Description
Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.
Job Description
Job Title
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
About the Department
Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health¿s Jackson hospital campus, a cornerstone of care in mid-Michigan. Surrounded by the natural beauty of lakes and parks, our Jackson location offers a warm, community-focused environment where you can make a meaningful impact. Here, you¿ll work alongside compassionate professionals to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a close-knit setting. Be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and the well-being of both patients and staff.
Role Overview
As a Therapeutic Recreation Spec, you will provide essential therapeutic recreation services to patients, helping them restore function, independence, and overall well-being. Your work will directly support patients referred for services, promoting health, wellness, and participation in life activities. This role is vital in reducing activity restrictions and enhancing the quality of life for those in our care.
Why Henry Ford Health
At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.
What You Will Do
- Provide therapeutic recreation services to restore, remediate, and rehabilitate patients¿ levels of functioning and independence.
- Promote health and wellness through tailored recreation activities.
- Reduce or eliminate activity and participation restrictions for patients.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
What We Offer
At Henry Ford Health, you¿ll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with diverse teams, and the chance to contribute to mission-driven work. We foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, empowering you to make a difference in healthcare.
Join Our Team
Ready to make an impact? Apply now and be part of a team that¿s transforming lives every day.
Qualifications
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors' degree with a major in Therapeutic Recreation.
- Current National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Certification.
Preferred Qualifications
- Clinical experience in a behavioral health setting as a Recreation Therapist.
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