About the role#
Millwood Hospital is a 134-bed mental health facility providing inpatient and outpatient care for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults. As a Recreational Therapy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a Licensed Recreation Therapist. You will gain experience with our patient population and learn how our facility serves the community.
What you'll do#
- Assist in developing and planning therapeutic recreation programs.
- Conduct patient assessments.
- Participate in treatment teams using a multidisciplinary approach.
- Attend the full hospital and departmental orientations during your first week, which run Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a graduate program for Recreational Therapy or a related field.
- Completion of all requirements to participate in an internship or practicum.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
- Successful completion of background and drug screenings.
Location & details#
- Location: Arlington, Texas.
- This is an unpaid, full-time, on-site internship with rolling terms.
About UHS
Universal Health Services is a healthcare provider founded in 1979. The company operates a network of acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and outpatient centers across the United States, Puerto Rico, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. It is a public company based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. The organization maintains a workforce of over 100,000 employees.
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