On-Site Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Eagle View Behavioral Health; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle View Behavioral Health in Bettendorf, IA is seeking an Activity Therapist to plan, organize and conduct comprehensive recreational therapy services as part of the patient’s treatment plan. The role emphasizes learning coping skills, hobbies, and social development within a safe, standards-aligned program.

Requires Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation or related field; CTRS certification or licensure with expressive therapy is preferred or in process.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• CTRS certification or pursuing national certification required/encouraged; OR licensure with expressive therapy certification.
• Clinical licensure (LCPC, LPC) with expressive therapy certification may apply.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient assessments through interviews to identify needs, interests, strengths, and limitations for treatment planning.
• Plans and implements activities program including therapeutic recreation, leisure education, and assessment.
• Coordinates patient activities ensuring safety and program alignment with treatment goals.
• Orients patients to the activities program and explains benefits to support engagement.
• Engages patients in individual and group recreation activities across domains: physical, social, intellectual, creative, spiritual.
• Documents assessments and progress notes timely; maintains departmental resources and equipment.

Skills

Assessment

Program planning

Group facilitation

Safety consciousness

Documentation

Education

Bachelors in Therapeutic Recreation

Master’s degree preferred

CTRS certification or in process

Clinical licensure (LCPC/LPC) with expressive therapy certification

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Eagle View Behavioral Health in Bettendorf, IA is seeking an Activity Therapist to plan, organize and conduct comprehensive recreational therapy services as part of the patient’s treatment plan. The role emphasizes learning coping skills, hobbies, and social development within a safe, standards-aligned program.

Requires Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation or related field; CTRS certification or licensure with expressive therapy is preferred or in process.