Inpatient Recreation Therapist – Day Shift, 13-Week Contract

TEEMA Solutions Group; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 58,382 - 60,449; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing firm is hiring a Recreation Therapist to provide therapeutic services in an inpatient psychiatric environment. This role requires at least 6 months of experience with kids, teens, and adults in similar settings and certification in relevant therapy disciplines such as CTRS or Drama Therapy. The position offers various work schedules and is contract-based for 13 weeks with the possibility of extension. Pay rate ranges from $42.38 to $43.88 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience in inpatient psychiatric settings with kids, teens, and adults.
• Certification in CTRS, Drama Therapy, Music Therapy, Art Therapy, Movement/Dance Therapy, or Yoga Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Support therapy for kids, teens, and adults in a psychiatric inpatient setting.
• Facilitate therapeutic recreation and support programs.

Skills

Experience in inpatient psychiatric unit

Recreational therapy techniques

Education

Certification in CTRS or various therapy forms

Job description

A healthcare staffing firm is hiring a Recreation Therapist to provide therapeutic services in an inpatient psychiatric environment. This role requires at least 6 months of experience with kids, teens, and adults in similar settings and certification in relevant therapy disciplines such as CTRS or Drama Therapy. The position offers various work schedules and is contract-based for 13 weeks with the possibility of extension. Pay rate ranges from $42.38 to $43.88 per hour.