Per Diem Recreational Therapist III: Rehab & Creative Arts

Paradise Valley Hospital, Inc.; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradise Valley Hospital, Inc. seeks an Activity Therapist to conduct a therapeutic recreation program within the hospital, guiding patients through games, social activities, sports or music to support recovery and learning during hospitalization and after discharge.

The role focuses on creating a positive atmosphere and motivating patients while fostering rehabilitation goals. The position requires Board Certification in Recreation Therapy or related field, with a preference for CTRS/RTR, and

Qualifications

• Board certification in a recreation-related therapy field and California licensure are required or expected.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in recreation therapy, art therapy, expressive arts therapy or related field.
• Certification as CTRS or RTR is preferred.
• Experience in behavioral healthcare or rehabilitation settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts a therapeutic recreation program within the hospital to facilitate rehabilitation.
• Directs patient participation in activities to promote sociability, expression, and learning.

Education

Board Certification in Recreation Therapy / Art Therapy / Expressive Arts Therapy or related field

Bachelors or Masters in Recreation Therapy / Art Therapy / Expressive Arts Therapy

CTRS or RTR certification preferred

1 year+ experience in Behavioral Healthcare / rehabilitative care

Job description

Paradise Valley Hospital, Inc. seeks an Activity Therapist to conduct a therapeutic recreation program within the hospital, guiding patients through games, social activities, sports or music to support recovery and learning during hospitalization and after discharge.

The role focuses on creating a positive atmosphere and motivating patients while fostering rehabilitation goals. The position requires Board Certification in Recreation Therapy or related field, with a preference for CTRS/RTR, and