About the role#
The California Institution for Men is seeking a Student Assistant for a 15-week Recreation Therapy internship. You will work under the supervision of a NCTRC-certified Recreation Therapist and collaborate with mental health care staff to support patients within the institution. This is a temporary, intermittent appointment.
What you'll do#
- Develop, implement, and evaluate therapeutic recreation programs for patients.
- Complete recreation therapy assessments and maintain progress notes.
- Facilitate and motivate patients during recreation therapy groups.
- Monitor group attendance and the effectiveness of programs.
- Incorporate therapeutic recreational activities into patient treatment plans.
- Audit recreation therapy supplies.
- Participate in the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team.
What you'll need#
- Academic eligibility for a Recreation Therapy internship based on university and NCTRC standards.
- Basic knowledge of Recreation Therapy principles, procedures, techniques, and current trends.
- Understanding of mental health education, as well as the characteristics of emotional, physical, and developmental disorders.
- Ability to secure accurate clinical data and record it systematically.
- Ability to compose clear, accurate, and concise reports.
- Capability to interpret statistical data and analyze situations to take effective action.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain the confidence and cooperation of others.
Location & details#
- Location: Chino, California.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $3,167.00 - $4,268.00 per month.
- Term: 15 weeks, intermittent.
- Note: This position does not provide health, dental, or vision benefits. Applicants must submit unofficial transcripts or a diploma to verify minimum qualifications.
About State of California
The State of California operates as a government agency based in Sacramento. It employs over 46,000 people to manage public services across the region. The organization focuses on sectors including public health, education, engineering, and policy. It maintains operations in Sacramento to support its administrative and service functions.
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