Certified Recreational Therapist Per diem

Shift details

Per diem as needed flexible schedule

Willing to train individuals with a passion to learn

The Certified Recreational Therapist will serve as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, to provide therapeutic recreational and activity services to all patient populations including Special Needs, Adult, Child and Adolescent. Has the ability to use a person-centered, trauma-informed approach that acknowledges the potential for recovery and wellness for every person we serve.

• Develops and conducts group therapy
• Provides assessment to identify patient leisure needs
• Documents pertinent clinical data following group
• Provides individual assessment to patients as needed and makes recommendations to treatment team regarding needs for specialized rehab services or for planning for discharge and aftercare support.
• Participates in maintaining inventory of supplies
• Assists in maintaining unit arts supplies and reports issues to the Director.
• Assists as necessary for projects, reports, and other duties as assigned by supervisor

• Effective group facilitation
• Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and their effects on functional capacity
• Knowledge of therapeutic use of multimedia and expressive arts modalities to support stabilization and rehabilitation
• Understanding of age, socioeconomic, and cultural factors affecting patients’ interest and ability to participate in rehabilitation programs
• Ability to effectively redirect patients and set clear, timely limits on inappropriate behavior

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) Required

Bachelors in Therapeutic Recreation

Two to three years of inpatient/outpatient psychiatric/substance use experience preferred

Eligible employees receive a generous benefits package including holiday premium pay, shift differentials, health, dental and vision coverage, 401(K) plan, health & dependent Flexible Spending accounts, generous paid time off, company paid life, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and an employee referral bonus plan.