Recreation Therapist - Part time; Weekends

Part Time Weekend Certified Therapeutic Recreational Therapist

Fairfax Behavioral Health is seeking a Part‑time weekend Certified Therapeutic Recreational Therapist.

• Participate actively in interdisciplinary treatment planning for inpatient population.
• Define and implement activity therapy goals aligned with patient needs.
• Provide continuous patient care, observation, interaction, and role modeling.
• Work under the direction of the Director of Clinical Services.

Ensure that therapeutic recreation programs are appropriate to patients’ needs and interests, and directed toward restoring and maintaining optimal physical and psychosocial functioning.

Founded in 1930, Fairfax Behavioral Health is a private, free‑standing mental health hospital that specializes in psychiatric and detox treatment. We serve Kirkland, Everett and Monroe, Washington, offering continuum of care and evidence‑based programs for behavioral health challenges.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Recreational Therapy / Leisure Studies from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Two (2) years of related experience with psychiatric patient care techniques and understanding of mental illness (preferred).
• Licensure: Current Washington State CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) registration, or eligibility to sit for certification.
• Additional Requirements: Must obtain CPR, Handle With Care, Verbal De‑Escalation, and First Aid certifications (training provided in orientation).
• May be required to work overtime, flexible hours, and weekend rotations.

Our team provides high‑quality care through inpatient and outpatient services, removing stigma by building community bridges. You’ll experience supportive leadership, peer collaboration, growth and advancement opportunities, and robust continuing education options.

UHS is one of the nation’s largest providers of hospital and healthcare services, with 99,000 employees across the U.S., Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. Headquarters are in King of Prussia, PA.

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. We support recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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