Inpatient Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

kitsapmentalhealth; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

PTO 19 days + 2 mental health days + {

HUM

Job summary

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) seeks a Recreational Therapist to support clients in our Adult and Youth Inpatient Units. This role uses recreational therapy to help clients build skills, strengthen social connections, and support progress toward treatment goals.

You'll be part of a team focused on a safe, therapeutic environment for recovery. Join a collaborative team focused on helping people grow through meaningful activities and skill development, with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Entry-Level: Education- Associates Degree in Human Services, Psychology or related field; Experience- minimum 3 years; Licensure available after hire.
• Advanced-Level: Education- Bachelor's in Recreational Therapy; Experience- minimum 2 years; Licensure CTRS/WA Registry and Counselor registration after hire.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, plans, administers, evaluates and provides safe therapeutic recreation therapy for Youth Inpatient Unit.
• Attends treatment team meetings, case consultations, and training sessions.
• Instructs and supervises clients in daily living activities, life, social, vocational, and leisure skills.
• Initiates services through therapeutic recreation activity implementation.
• Plans and leads educational and information groups for residents.
• Documents care and observations in progress notes.

Education

Associates Degree in Human Services, Psychology or related field

Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy

Job description

Kitsap Mental Health Services (KMHS) seeks a Recreational Therapist to support clients in our Adult and Youth Inpatient Units. This role uses recreational therapy to help clients build skills, strengthen social connections, and support progress toward treatment goals.

You'll be part of a team focused on a safe, therapeutic environment for recovery. Join a collaborative team focused on helping people grow through meaningful activities and skill development, with opportunities for professional