Position Overview
Summary The incumbent is responsible for overall strategic planning and implementation of the comprehensive recreational therapy program for complex Veterans with multiple mental health diagnosis. Treatment planning and therapeutic interventions are based upon the assessment of Veterans strengths, needs and weaknesses and are designed to enhance/restore leisure functioning and promote community reintegration. Responsibilities The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This a...