RECREATION THERAPIST (LICENSED)

Meridell Achievement Center is a 132-bed, seclusion free, psychiatric residential treatment facility located northwest of Austin. Our 60-acre campus is complete with mature oaks, rolling hills, and plenty of walking paths and outdoor spaces. We have 7 unique living units separated by gender, age, and development needs with a swimming pool, gymnasium, sports court and playing fields. We provide 24-hour psychiatric care to girls and boys ages 10 to 17 years old with customized therapeutic approaches and intensive behavioral programs to teach young patients to moderate their behavior, manage emotions and improve social functioning.

We are looking for an energetic Recreation Therapist who can work Tuesdays - Saturdays, 9:30am - 6:00pm. As a Recreation Therapist at Meridell Achievement Center, you'll be part of a dynamic and compassionate treatment team dedicated to providing exceptional care to children and adolescents with emotional, behavioral, and neurobehavioral challenges. You'll play a crucial role in developing and implementing individualized therapeutic plans and working closely with patients and families to achieve remarkable outcomes.

Your Impact

• Manage a caseload of up to 11 patients, providing personalized therapy and support to help them overcome their challenges.
• Lead psychoeducation and process groups to empower patients and families with valuable skills and knowledge.
• Coordinate discharge planning and aftercare dispositions to ensure seamless transitions for patients.
• Serve as the liaison between the treatment team and families/community stakeholders, fostering strong relationships and collaboration.
• Document progress notes and treatment plans in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participate in weekly treatment team staffings and team meetings to stay connected with your unit team members.

Qualifications

• Current State of Texas license as a PhD, PsyD, LCSW, LMFT, LPC, LMSW, LMFT-A, or LPC-A, obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Effective interpersonal skills and competent clinical skills.
• Collaborative, positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Preferred Requirements:

• Two years post-licensure experience, advanced training or certification in an evidence-based practice such as EMDR, CBT, or DBT.
• One year of clinical experience in RTC setting.
• One year of group facilitation experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Leave Hours.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.

Make a real difference in the lives of children and adolescents!

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.