Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Henry Ford Health
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Henry Ford Health
Academic medical center delivering comprehensive healthcare
Job Summary
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
Part-time 24 hours/week; Weekdays only, with shifts between 7:30am and 4pm
About the Department
Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health, serving the vibrant communities of Macomb County. Located near the beautiful Lake St. Clair, our facility is a high-acuity hub that blends suburban comfort with easy access to Detroit. We are committed to providing exceptional care and fostering a supportive environment for both our patients and staff. As part of our team, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for those we serve, while enjoying the benefits of a growing community and a fulfilling career.
Role Overview
As a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, you will provide essential therapeutic recreation services to patients, helping them restore, remediate, and rehabilitate their level of functioning and independence in daily activities. Your work will promote health, wellness, and reduce activity restrictions, directly impacting the quality of life for those in your care. You will support patients across various settings, including physical rehabilitation and behavioral health, making a meaningful difference in their recovery journey.
Why Henry Ford Health
At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.
What You Will Do
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
What We Offer
At Henry Ford Health, we foster an environment of growth, collaboration, and mission-driven work. You¿ll have access to continuous learning opportunities, allowing you to expand your skills and advance your career while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients and communities.
Join Our Team
Ready to make a difference? Apply now and join our team at Henry Ford Health!
Academic medical center delivering comprehensive healthcare
Henry Ford Health operates a large Michigan health system that provides a full range of medical services through 13 acute-care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, home health, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care, and more, along with health insurance and related retail. It delivers care via a network of hospitals and clinics offering primary, preventive, specialty, surgical, and rehabilitative services, with options for in-person and virtual visits, while also supporting research and education to improve treatments. The system stands out as one of Michigan’s largest and most diverse employers with over 50,000 team members and more than 550 sites, and it is repeatedly recognized for excellence in cancer, cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, and multi-organ transplants, underpinned by strong research funding. Its goal is to partner with patients and communities to provide high-quality care, advance medical research, and educate the next generation of health professionals.
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