Autonomy-Driven Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Rehab Without Walls® Neuro Rehabilitation; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation in San Antonio seeks a PRN Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) to support adults with brain and spinal cord injuries in a community-based rehab program.

You will conduct assessments, plan customized activities, and coordinate reintegration to home and community while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and families. Travel to multiple assignments is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or equivalent.
• CTRT certification through NCTRC.
• State license/certification if required by the state.
• Minimum of two years therapeutic therapy experience and therapeutic recreation program design.
• Experience working with patients with neurological or orthopedic injuries.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Has reliable transportation and can travel to/from multiple assignments daily.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive evaluations and sets measurable objectives with the rehab team.
• Adjusts treatment to maximize independence and function.
• Plans, organizes, and coordinates recreation activities and leisure skills.
• Interviews patient to assess capabilities, interests, barriers; monitors progress.
• Designs community reintegration activities for physical and cognitive needs.
• Re-assesses treatment effectiveness and updates goals as needed.
• Communicates patient needs and progress to the treatment team and family.
• Maintains evaluation, treatment and billing documentation per policy and HIPAA.
• May work with rehab specialists under supervision of the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation Therapy

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist (CTRT) certification

State license/certification if required

Minimum two years therapeutic therapy experience and program design

Job description

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation in San Antonio seeks a PRN Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) to support adults with brain and spinal cord injuries in a community-based rehab program.

You will conduct assessments, plan customized activities, and coordinate reintegration to home and community while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and families. Travel to multiple assignments is expected.