Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)

Acadia Healthcare; Weldon Spring (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CenterPointe Hospital in Missouri is seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) to plan, direct and implement activity therapy as part of each patient’s treatment plan. The CTRS will assess needs and create engaging programs to support healing and growth.

The role requires collaboration with a clinical team to deliver meaningful patient outcomes through arts, recreation, and relaxation techniques, ensuring safety and patient engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Three or more years’ experience in recreation in healthcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Complete activity assessment through observation and interviews to inform treatment plans.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement activities to support treatment goals.
• Develop and implement programs including leisure skills, education and awareness.
• Lead sessions to improve patient well-being and social skills.
• Instruct patients in activities such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities and community outings.
• Modify activities to meet group needs and ensure safety.

Skills

Patient assessment

Group facilitation

Therapeutic recreation

Creativity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)

Ready to use your creativity to make a real impact?

Join the behavioral health team at CenterPointe Hospital and help patients heal, grow, and thrive through the power of art therapy.

• Full-Time Opportunity
• Collaborative Clinical Team
• Meaningful Patient Impact
• Supportive Behavioral Health Environment

We're looking for a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)who is passionate about helping others and creating engaging therapeutic experiences for patients.

Make a difference every day while doing the work you love.

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as a component of the patient’s treatment plan.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facility patient progress with treatment goals.
• Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness.
• Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such are sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.
• Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and helps the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings.
• Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.
• Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

• Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required.
• Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in the process of obtaining national certification; OR certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in expressive therapy area required.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

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