Hannah Smith
Dallas,US
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Recreation Therapist with 8 years of experience delivering patient-centered care to individuals with multi-disabilities. Skilled in implementing evidence-based therapeutic interventions that enhance physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being. Proven ability to design and adapt programs across diverse settings to meet the unique needs of each patient. Strong advocate for promoting independence, personal growth, and emotional well-being in a positive and supportive therapeutic environment. Known for excellent communication, empathy, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Therapist III
Terrell State Hospital
09.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized treatment plans for clients based on comprehensive assessments and therapeutic goals.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote peer support and enhance coping strategies among participants.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to deliver high-quality therapeutic interventions, improving client outcomes consistently.
- Implemented program improvements based on client feedback, enhancing service delivery and satisfaction rates.
- Monitored progress of clients regularly, adjusting treatment strategies to align with evolving needs and objectives.
- Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
Recreation Therapist Specialist
Parkland Hospital
11.2021 - Current
- Develop and implement comprehensive therapeutic recreation programming, including group sessions, individual plans, and 1:1 intervention to meet needs of patients in both mental health and physical medicine & rehabilitation populations.
- Create functional assessments for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Inpatient Psychiatric settings, ensuring accurate and comprehensive charting in Epic to assist recreation therapists in conducting patient assessments, care planning and treatment delivery.
- Collaborate with Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, and psychologists to successfully integrate recreation therapy into treatment, milieu, and patient outcomes.
- Create and present educational sessions to the interdisciplinary team and site visitors, highlighting the recreation therapy process, systems, benefits, and opportunities to enhance and advocate recreation therapy processes and goals in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Inpatient Psychiatric setting.
- Maintain accurate documentation by charting assessments, daily progress notes, patient treatment plans, goals, and care strategies to support treatment continuity and quality care.
- Update a monthly supply list, ensuring the timely procurement of necessary materials and resources for programming.
- Facilitate therapeutic recreation groups and 1:1 session for adults in Inpatient Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Inpatient Psych health settings and facilitating groups to meet patient goals while promoting functional recovery, enhance well-being, and support overall therapeutic progress.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to enhance patients' physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions promoting teamwork and communication among participants.
- Assessed patient progress and adjusted therapeutic activities to meet evolving needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to integrate recreational therapy into comprehensive care plans.
- Trained and mentored junior therapists on best practices in therapeutic interventions and documentation.
Recreation Therapist
Perimeter Hospital
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Complete comprehensive patient assessments within 72 hours of admission, collaborating with therapists to gather essential information and ensure accurate evaluations.
- Chart daily progress notes and CPS reports, updating patient treatment plans, goals, and care strategies to ensure accurate and detailed documentation.
- Facilitate therapeutic recreation groups for adolescent behavioral and mental health populations, focusing on meeting individual patient goals while fostering emotional and social support.
- Follow and ensure a safe environment for large groups, promoting therapeutic engagement and positive group dynamics to support overall well-being.
Recreation Therapist
Wellbridge Healthcare
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Complete patient initial assessments within 72 hours of admission, actively participating in treatment team discussions to report on daily patient progress. Ensured accurate level of care and alignment with treatment and recovery goals, contributing to the continuous improvement of patient outcomes and quality of care.
- Chart daily patient progress to document behaviors, regression, or improvements, ensuring accurate and comprehensive records. This facilitates continuous adjustment of patient care plans, supporting effective treatment strategies and promoting optimal recovery outcomes.
- Implement daily recreation therapy groups for geriatric patients with Alzheimer’s and dementia, focusing on meeting individualized goals related to physical health, cognitive function, and mental-emotional support therapeutic needs of each patient.
Recreation Therapist Supervisor I
North Texas State Hospital
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Supervise, plan, and train recreation therapy staff to enhance group facilitation, improve safety standards, and ensure compliance facility procedures, programming guidelines, and patient care delivery.
- Complete initial functional skills assessments of 72 hours of admission for adult and adolescent mental health rehabilitation ensuring individualized care and therapeutic goals during recovery.
- Effectively train, assign tasks to technicians, and ensure the successful delivery of therapeutic recreation rehabilitation programs, aligning with professional standards and evidence-based practices.
- Facilitate, implement, and develop group sessions and therapeutic programming plans aimed at enhancing.
- Follow van safety protocols for community reintegration opportunities for patients to increase social, emotional, and physical skills in real-world settings.
- Analyze, plan, and budget for the fiscal year budget to meet program requirements through use of record keeping, organizing, and finding monthly form to provide resources for patient recreation therapy program.
Recreation Therapist
Red River Hospital
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Implement evidence-based practices to personalize goals and treatment needs, ensuring optimal care and therapeutic outcomes.
- Assess and document patient needs through detailed observations, medical records, assessments, and discussions with healthcare professionals, families, and patients to develop comprehensive care plans and ensure individualized treatment.
- Design and implement personalized treatment plans that incorporate therapeutic recreation to address patients' individual needs, goals, and behavioral health.
- Lead 1:1 therapy session to assess patient progress, establish treatment objectives, and adapt techniques for improved patient care and recovery.
- Facilitate group therapy sessions that focus on fostering socialization, teamwork, and positive behavioral changes through structured recreational activities.
- Develop and track patient behavioral goals, ensuring measurable improvements and supporting overall recovery objectives.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans and ensure holistic patient treatment and recovery.
- Facilitate and implement patients in therapeutic activities, including exercise, games, and community outings, to support social interaction, meet recovery goals and overall therapeutic progress.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Leisure Studies Concentration: Therapeutic Recreation
Grambling State University
Grambling, LA05.2016
Certification
- Jan 2025 CPR Certification
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, NCTRC
Timeline
Registered Therapist III
Terrell State Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Recreation Therapist Specialist
Parkland Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Recreation Therapist
Perimeter Hospital
03.2021 - 11.2021
Recreation Therapist
Wellbridge Healthcare
01.2020 - 03.2021
Recreation Therapist Supervisor I
North Texas State Hospital
02.2018 - 01.2020
Recreation Therapist
Red River Hospital
08.2017 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Science - Leisure Studies Concentration: Therapeutic Recreation
Grambling State University