Adolescent Residential Recreation Specialist

Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers (DTAC); Cranberry Township (Butler County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Referral Program

Job summary

Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers (DTAC) seeks a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist for an in-person role in Cranberry Township, PA. The position supports a residential program for female adolescents ages 12–17, using recreation as a therapeutic intervention in a trauma-informed setting.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team to plan structured activities, conduct assessments, and implement recreation treatment plans, including evenings and weekends, with a focus on emotional

Qualifications

• CTRS credential required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or Human Services with residential programming experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Strong documentation, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to pass required background clearances.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety, supervision, and well-being of all clients
• Conduct functional baseline assessments to identify client strengths and needs
• Develop and implement individualized and group recreation treatment plans
• Plan and facilitate on-site and off-site recreational activities
• Co-facilitate psychoeducational and skills-based groups
• Support adherence to clinical models, including DBT-A
• Model appropriate coping skills, communication, and emotional regulation
• Maintain accurate documentation, including progress notes and incident reports
• Collaborate with therapists, leadership, and treatment team members
• Transport clients to appointments when required
• Maintain professional boundaries and ensure HIPAA compliance
• Participate in scheduled shift coverage, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Bachelor’s degree in Human Services with residential programming experience

Active CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) credential

High school diploma or equivalent with 3 years of therapeutic recreation experience

Job description

Diversified Treatment Alternative Centers (DTAC) seeks a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist for an in-person role in Cranberry Township, PA. The position supports a residential program for female adolescents ages 12–17, using recreation as a therapeutic intervention in a trauma-informed setting.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team to plan structured activities, conduct assessments, and implement recreation treatment plans, including evenings and weekends, with a focus on emotional