CoxHealth is hiring: Recreational Therapist Cert in Springfield

Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

Job Description: Provides supportive advocacy to patients and their families as part of an interdisciplinary health care team to overcome barriers to progression-of-care and facilitate a safe and coordinated discharge to the community. EducationRequired: Bachelor's degree in recreation with emphasis in therapeutic recreation or related field such as Music Therapy, Art Therapy, or Creative Arts Therapy. ExperiencePrevious experience in mental health or age specific population preferred. SkillsGood communication skills - Ability to communicate effectively in written format and/or oral presentations. Strong analytical & problem solving skills; semi-independent in decision making. Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment. Exhibit initiative, responsibility & flexibility. Must be able to initiate and understand research related to projects. Learn and appropriately utilize all required computer applications, including but not limited to E-mail, Windows-based or Microsoft programs. Ability to write effective documentation for processes and procedures. Ability to make routine decisions in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Appropriate assessment skills.

Licensure/Certification/RegistrationPreferred: Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist (CTRS). Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? At CoxHealth, we don't just provide medical services; we've created an atmosphere where innovation, collaboration, values, and excellence come together to transform lives. Whether you desire to work in a clinical or non-clinical capacity, CoxHealth has the perfect position for you! CoxHealth is the region's employer of choice because we keep our mission, vision, and values in mind with every decision for our employees and our patients.

OUR MISSION: To improve the health of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION: To be the best for those who need us.

OUR VALUES: Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity. CoxHealth is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and more than 14,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri. We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we're here for you. And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day. Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.