Creative Activity Therapist CTRS — 4 Days/Week

StoneCrest Center; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Stone Crest is seeking a compassionate Activity Therapist to inspire hope and support recovery through therapeutic activities. In this hands-on role, you will use recreation, expressive therapies, and structured activities to help patients build skills, improve well-being, and reconnect with purpose during treatment.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation, CTRS/MT-BC/ATR credentials or active pursuit, and a minimum of three years in healthcare recreation, with CPR and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field required.
• Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required.
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Complete activity assessments through patient observation and interviews to develop treatment plans.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement activities to support patient progress.
• Develop and implement an activities program including therapeutic leisure skills and education.
• Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct patients in activities such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques.
• Develop treatment plans and activity interventions aligned with patient needs and goals.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities and community outings.
• Help patients learn social skills to become or remain independent.
• Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
• Maintain a positive, empathetic, professional attitude and address patient concerns.

Skills

Compassionate care

Group facilitation

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Job description

Stone Crest is seeking a compassionate Activity Therapist to inspire hope and support recovery through therapeutic activities. In this hands-on role, you will use recreation, expressive therapies, and structured activities to help patients build skills, improve well-being, and reconnect with purpose during treatment.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation, CTRS/MT-BC/ATR credentials or active pursuit, and a minimum of three years in healthcare recreation, with CPR and