Recreational Therapist Jobs in the United States
MUSC
Florence, SC
Licenses/Certificates: Certification in Basic Life Support required Certification by the Board of Music Therapy (MT-BC); or Art therapist registration (ATR) by the American Art Therapy Association; or Credentialed as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC). Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider If external hire: within the first 30 days of employment.
Providence Non-RN - Oregon
$28.41 - $43.47
Hillsboro, OR
Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Endeavor Health
$24.86 - $37.29
Arlington Heights, IL
Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties.
LOS GATOS ORTHOPEDIC SPORTS THERAPY, INC.
Campbell, CA
DBA the PRO Performance Therapy Group is hiring a Physical Therapist for our outpatient orthopedic clinics in South San Jose and Campbell, CA. This is an ideal role for a PT who wants time to think, treat, educate, and build meaningful clinical relationships.
Transitions Mental Health Asso
$33.5 - $35.5
San Luis Obispo, CA
2. Provide and participate in trainings on best practices and evidenced based approaches to service delivery including: Assertive Community Treatment, integrated treatment of co-occurring disorders, Dialectic Behavior Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Motivational Interviewing, Seeking Safety, Trauma Informed Care (trainings provided, as needed, and approved by FSP Clinical Team Leader). 3. Ability to: perform effective counseling and psychotherapy with individuals, families, and groups; develop and maintain cooperative relationships with clients’ families, members of other professional disciplines, social service agencies, and co-workers; relate professionally with persons with serious mental disorders; identify and utilize community resources; prepare and present clear and concise oral and written reports.
Essentia Health
$34.58 - $51.87
Duluth, MN
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team that included Physicians, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, Psychology, Nurses, Social Workers, and Recreational Therapists to support coordinated patient care. Provide comprehensive evaluation and treatment for patients with neurologic conditions, including spinal cord injury, stroke, traumatic brain injury/concussion, and neurodegenerative disorders.
Human Performance and Rehabilitation Centers
$35 - $45
Columbus, GA
In this school-based role, you’ll support students across multiple schools within one district in the Alabama school system, collaborating with educators and staff to promote student mobility and success. Provide consultation and education for teachers and staff to enhance fine motor, visual motor, sensory processing, attention, and executive functioning skills in students.
Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital
$57.5
Chicago, IL
Schwab Rehabilitation offers 1 on 1 treatment/care in a unique therapeutic environment featuring 7 large treatment gyms, multiple private treatment rooms, a warm-water indoor therapeutic pool and an award-winning therapeutic rooftop garden. Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital is a freestanding, not-for-profit, 102-licensed bed facility located in Chicago and offers the continuum of care from acute care to inpatient rehab to outpatient therapy for adults and children.
Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital
$57.5
Chicago, IL
Schwab Rehabilitation offers 1 on 1 treatment/care in a unique therapeutic environment featuring 7 large treatment gyms, multiple private treatment rooms, a warm-water indoor therapeutic pool and an award-winning therapeutic rooftop garden. Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital is a freestanding, not-for-profit, 102-licensed bed facility located in Chicago and offers the continuum of care from acute care to inpatient rehab to outpatient therapy for adults and children.
AHN Healthcare@Home
Pennsylvania Furnace, PA
Must possess a Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy from a school with an Occupational Therapy curriculum accredited jointly by the Council of Medical Education of the American Medical Association in collaboration with the American Occupational Therapy Association . Grounded by our belief that outstanding care is best delivered in a team-based environment, our home health occupational therapists collaborate to provide management and delivery of patient care plans.
Providence St. Joseph Health
Renton, WA
Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care. Under the general direction of the Rehabilitation Services Manager, the Recreational Therapists plan, direct, and coordinate recreation programs for people with disabilities or illnesses to assist with maintaining or improving the patient's physical and emotional well-being.
Providence St. Joseph Health
Spokane, WA
Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care. Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care.
CHRISTUS Health
Alamogordo, NM
Plans, organizes, and conducts occupational therapy programs in a variety of sensorimotor, educational, recreational, and social activities designed to help patients regain physical or mental functioning or adjust to their handicaps. Responsible for interpretation/implementation of physician orders, provision of safe care to customers, protection of confidential information, professional communication, economic use of time/resources, and creation of a positive work/therapy environment.
Providence St. Joseph Health
Spokane, WA
Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care. Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care.
Providence St. Joseph Health
Seattle, WA
Our service lines include assisted living/skilled nursing/rehabilitation, home health, home infusion/pharmacy services, home medical equipment, hospice and palliative care, Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), personal home services/private duty care and supportive housing. Providence Home and Community Care (HCC) is a service line within Providence with over 8,000 caregivers and 2,000 volunteers serving nearly 200,000 people a year, in their homes, in clinics and in a variety of congregate living ministries across our seven-state footprint.
Eastside Rehabilitation Hospital
Berkeley Lake, GA
License or Certification:Licensed or certified clinician in healthcare (RN, LPN, PT, PTA, OT, COTA, SLP, Recreational Therapist, Respiratory Therapist, case manager/social worker). Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
HCA Healthcare
Rochester, NH
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. The Recreational Therapist is responsible for planning, organizing, developing, directing and coordinating therapeutic activities in accordance with federal and state regulations and FMH policies and procedures to assure an on-going therapeutic recreation program designed to meet the interests and the physical, mental and psychosocial well-being of each geropsychiatric patient to the greatest extent possible.
HCA Healthcare
Tampa, FL
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.
Wasatch Behavioral Health
$22.22 - $28.14
Provo, UT
Join our team at Wasatch Behavioral Health as a Part-Time Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in Provo, Utah, where you'll empower clients of all ages through creative, evidence-based recreation therapy. With a competitive wage of $22.22–$28.14/hour, this role is perfect for someone who loves using play, movement, and meaningful activities to spark healing and build confidence.
Augusta Health
Fishersville, Virginia
Quick Stats for 2023 Licensed for 255 beds 124 Medical/Surgical 14 Intensive Care Unit 18 Labor and Delivery 4 Pediatric Non-traditional, Non-acute services 28 bed psychiatric unit 17 bed skilled nursing unit 8 bed rehab unit Largest local private employer Employees: 2,375+ Active Physicians: 225 APPs: 87 Volunteers: 290 Service Area: 200,000 AH Urgent Cares: 5 AH Practices: 49. About Augusta Health:Exceptional care, small town hospitality Nestled in Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, Augusta Health is among the finest nonprofit community hospitals in America.
HCA Healthcare
Chattanooga, TN
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Completes activity assessments, group notes, care plan reviews, patient education notes and progress notes for assigned patients.
HCA Healthcare
Aventura, FL
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Therapist effectively and therapeutically interacts with adult and geriatric patients, significant others, and other health care team members and demonstrates knowledge of the specific psychosocial conditions and treatment therapies for the patient populationsserves.
Adelphi Staffing
Acoma, NM
The ideal candidate will deliver recreational therapy to Native American adolescents, ages 13 to 17, helping them improve self-esteem, manage chemical dependencies, and develop lifelong recovery skills. • Plan and implement individual and group recreation activities for adolescents at facility using accepted recreational therapy techniques for youth with chemical dependence, emotional and behavioral disturbances.
HCA Healthcare
Orange Park, FL
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Recognized as the preferred healthcare provider in northeast Florida for patients, staff, and physicians, we specialize in advanced robotics, open heart procedures, maternity and delivery services, as well as pediatric and adult care, among many other essential services.
Sevita
Scarborough, ME
In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans. NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges.
Wasatch Behavioral Health
$22.22 - $28.14
Provo, UT
Join our team at Wasatch Behavioral Health as a Full-Time Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in Provo, Utah, where you'll empower clients of all ages through creative, evidence-based recreation therapy. With a competitive wage of $22.22–$28.14/hour, this role is perfect for someone who loves using play, movement, and meaningful activities to spark healing and build confidence.
The Recovery Village
$56160
Cherry Hill Township, NJ
Observes, assesses and records patient participation and progress during recreational sessions, Plans, organizes, and directs recreational activities to facilitate patient recovery and well-being which may include off-site outings. Uses substance abuse and co-occurring therapeutic interventions and de-escalation techniques to assist patients with accomplishing all treatment plans goals and objectives and successfully complete .
Weisman Children's Rehabilitation Hospital
$33 - $35
Marlton, NJ
The Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist is an integral member of the Interdisciplinary Team, responsible for the assessment of play, recreation, leisure skills, and psychosocial adjustment to hospitalization, to facilitate therapy, leisure education, and recreation participation for the pediatric (re)habilitation of children ages birth to 20 years of age. Weisman Children's is a highly-acclaimed, community-based pediatric organization consisting of an acute care rehabilitation hospital, outpatient rehabilitation centers, and medical day care centers.
Ochsner Rehabilitation Hospital
New Orleans, Louisiana
Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas. Ensures all patients are oriented to recreation therapy and provides hospital wide leisure, social and divergent programs.
Banner Rehabilitation Hospital – Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona
Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas. Ensures all patients are oriented to recreation therapy and provides hospital wide leisure, social and divergent programs.
Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation - Outpatient
Frisco, Texas
Program focuses on return to highest level of independence possible in leisure and avocational activities as well as community reintegration for patients with acquired brain injuries. • Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech therapists.
SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital - NTC
O'Fallon, Missouri
The Neuro Transitional Center has 12 beds and is designed to provide intensive rehabilitation to individuals with an acquired brain injury or spinal cord injury who are unable to safely return home at the time of discharge from an inpatient rehab hospital due to the severity of their impairments. Responsibilities: Plans and implements appropriate community integration activities and leisure and functional structured activities according to patient needs within the facility.
AB Staffing Solutions
$2642
Helena West Side, Montana
Job Summary: A Recreation Specialist is responsible for independently developing and supervising specialized programs that serve target populations or interest groups. Conducts activity therapy group sessions and individual sessions as needed, displaying good theoretical knowledge of group principles and good group techniques.
Shriners Children's
Lexington, Kentucky
Responsibilities: As a part of the interdisciplinary team, the Recreational Therapist provides individual therapeutic recreation services and group recreation programs for children and adolescents hospitalized for orthopedic and/or burn surgical intervention or long term rehabilitation programs. Employees in a FT or PT status (40+ hours per pay period) will also be eligible for paid time off, life insurance, short term and long-term disability and the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans and a Health Savings Account (HSA) if a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) is elected.
AvaMed Workforce
Bakersfield, CA
social interaction, to encourage beneficial and appropriate utilization of leisure time, and. to provide Patient-Inmates and/or DJJ Youth with preparation fo reentry into general. particular attention to activities of daily living, communication skills, physical exercise, and positive coping strategies.
San Jose Behavioral Health
San Jose, California
HCA Healthcare
Walterboro, SC
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Our 130+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities and offers a range of services for our patients; these include diagnostic, therapeutic, emergency and surgical services as well as 24/7 Emergency Care for adults and children.
Thrive Behavioral Hospital LLC
Las Vegas, NV
This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating therapeutic activity services for patients across adolescent and adult populations in an acute inpatient setting. This role will play a key role in helping patients achieve their highest level of independent functioning through structured recreational therapy.
HCA Healthcare
West Palm Beach, FL
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Our services include a 24-hour Emergency Department, Advanced Primary Certified Stroke Center, Orthopedic Institute, Critical Care Unit and an Interventional Vascular Suite.
Baptist Health Care
Pensacola, Florida
The Recreational Therapist in the Behavioral Medicine Department works with patients to provide leisure opportunities, leisure education and addresses overcoming any leisure barriers the patient may have that hinders a balanced, healthy lifestyle. The Recreational Therapist works as a member of the interdisciplinary team to assure recreational therapy groups are addressing individual treatment needs of patients.
AvaMed Workforce
Blythe, CA
social interaction, to encourage beneficial and appropriate utilization of leisure time, and. to provide Patient-Inmates and/or DJJ Youth with preparation fo reentry into general. At the moment we are in URGENT need of a CERTIFIED Recreational Therapist (NCTRC/ CTRS) to take on a Full-Time assignment at the correctional facility located in Blythe, CA.
AvaMed Workforce
Lancaster, CA
social interaction, to encourage beneficial and appropriate utilization of leisure time, and. to provide Patient-Inmates and/or DJJ Youth with preparation fo reentry into general. At the moment we are in URGENT need of a CERTIFIED Recreational Therapist (NCTRC/ CTRS) to take on a Full-Time assignment at the correctional facility located in Lancaster, CA.
Landmark Medical Center
Woonsocket, Rhode Island
The Activity Therapist directs patient participation in selected activities such as games, social activities, sports or music to create an atmosphere of sociability, to provide a means of creative expression and to facilitate the learning skills for recreating during hospitalization and after discharge in the community. Landmark Medical Center is a 214-bed acute care hospital in Woonsocket, RI and The Rehabilitation Hospital of Rhode Island is an 82-bed rehabilitation hospital in North Smithfield, RI.
VHC Health
Arlington, Virginia
Position Title: Recreational Therapist, Behavioral Health Unit Job Description: Purpose & Scope: Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, or an approved related field is required.
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark
Jersey City, NJ
Encourages clients with special needs and circumstances to acquire new skills and get involved in health promoting leisure efforts, such as sports, games, arts and grafts and gardening. Please be advised that current employees applying to open positions within the Agency are required to fill out an Agency Internal Job Application Form which is available for download to all employees on HR's public folders in Outlook.
SSM Health Physical Therapy
Warrenton, Missouri
Ensures all patients are oriented to recreation therapy and provides hospital wide leisure, social and divergent programs. Responsibilities: Plans and implements appropriate recreation activities for patients in accordance with guidelines set by the organization, hospital and the profession.