All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth GlenOaks is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth GlenOaks is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time; Monday-Friday 7:30a - 4p; School Year: August - May

Location: 43 E Stevenson Drive, Glendale Heights, IL 60139

The community you'll be working with: UChicago Medicine AdventHealth GlenOaks Alternative School, Grades 3-12

The role you'll contribute:

Provides direct and indirect Recreational Therapy/Physical Education in alternative school setting. Coordinates the therapeutic recreation programs, evaluating and assessing student needs, establishing goals, and implementing recreational programs to enhance rehabilitation. This includes providing diversion programs and leisure education aimed at improving the overall well-being of students.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Leads physical education classes to students grades 3 through 12.
• Performs evaluations and re-evaluations according to department standards, establishing, implementing, and adapting individualized treatment plans for students, including goals, treatment activities, and frequency
• Develops, plans, and provides individual and group recreational therapy sessions daily, evaluates student progress and the effectiveness of recreational/leisure therapy interventions, adjusting plan accordingly.
• Collaborates with healthcare team members to ensure integrated care and optimal student outcomes.
• Monitors and adjusts therapy plans as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.
• Maintains accurate documentation of therapy sessions and student progress.
• Utilizes evidence-based practices to enhance therapy effectiveness.
• Participates in continuing education and professional development activities to stay current with best practices.
• Demonstrates efficient management and prioritization of student caseload, adjusting and adapting to changes in student census by altering working hours as needed to assist in other areas
• Provides age and developmentally appropriate education for students regarding the importance of continued participation in leisure activities, as well as exploration of new recreation and leisure activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The expertise and experience you'll need to succeed :

• Bachelor's Required
• Two or more years of Work Experience Preferred
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) Required
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) Required
• NonViolent Crisis Intervention Program (CPI) Preferred

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Rehabilitation Services

Organization: UChicago Medicine AdventHealth GlenOaks

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 25039827

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.