Position Overview
Summary The Recreation Therapist (RT) is assigned to the Spinal Cord Injury Service (SCIS) at VA Puget Sound Health Care System (VAPSHCS). The primary function of this position is direct patient care. Staff SCI RTs are responsible for providing assessment and treatment intervention for SCI Veterans. Responsibilities Duties include, but are not limited to: Demonstrates knowledge of contemporary and evidence-based RT practice as it relates to spinal cord injuries. Completes thorough initial evaluations, assessments and goal setting to develop and carry out RT treatment to meet the individual rehabilitation objectives which may include: teaching adaptive strategies or compensatory techniques, use of assistive technology, computers or cellphones, and adapted equipment. Conducts treatment interventions, one-on-one or group settings, of psychosocial activities for coping and adjustment to change, the appropriate use of leisure time, adaptive sports, independent living skills, social interact...