Behavioral Health Recreational Therapist — EmPATH

Gundersen Health System; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Life Insurance

HSA/FSA

401k

PTO

Professional development

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Gundersen Health System seeks a Recreational Therapist to support in Behavioral Health, working across Inpatient and EmPATH units. You will assess needs, plan activities, and deliver evidence-based interventions to promote recovery and well-being.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation, CTRS within 6 months, and a valid driver’s license. Starting pay is $24.36/hour with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation required.
• CTRS certification within 6 months of hire date recommended.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' recreational, social, emotional, and leisure needs to develop individualized treatment plans.
• Plan and facilitate therapeutic recreation activities and groups for patients with behavioral health, substance use, and co-occurring diagnoses.
• Use evidence-based recreation interventions to help patients develop coping skills, resilience, social interaction, and engagement in treatment.
• Foster a safe, therapeutic environment while maintaining patient safety and promoting recovery-focused care.
• Build meaningful therapeutic relationships with patients through compassionate engagement and person-centered care.
• Experience working with Med-Psych diagnoses (substance use, withdrawal, behavioral health).

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

CTRS

Driver's License

Healthcare experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Job description

Gundersen Health System seeks a Recreational Therapist to support in Behavioral Health, working across Inpatient and EmPATH units. You will assess needs, plan activities, and deliver evidence-based interventions to promote recovery and well-being.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation, CTRS within 6 months, and a valid driver’s license. Starting pay is $24.36/hour with benefits and growth opportunities.