Recreation Therapist - Behavioral Health

Saint Simons By The Sea

Saint Simons Island (GA)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 68,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work

Generous PTO

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401K with match

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Job summary

St Simons By-the-Sea on Saint Simons Island, GA, seeks a Recreation Therapist to design and lead recreation programs tailored to patient interests, assess leisure needs, and develop treatment plans. Work within a multidisciplinary team to align services with treatment goals and support recovery.

The role collaborates across Medicine, Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, and Therapy to ensure meaningful progress and patient well-being in an inpatient setting, with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification required
Experience in inpatient setting preferred

Responsibilities

Design and lead recreation therapy programs tailored to patient interests; assess leisure needs and develop treatment plans.
Collaborate with Medicine, Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, and Therapy to align recreation services with treatment goals.
Participate in treatment meetings and groups to support recovery and care planning

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Program design

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

CTRS certification

Job description

Recreation Therapist Opportunity

St Simons By-the-Sea is a 101-bed behavioral health hospital specializing in psychiatric care and addiction treatment for both adults and adolescents. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based services in a supportive and collaborative environment where every staff member plays a vital role in changing lives.

Responsibilities

Recreation Therapist Opportunity

With a strong commitment to clinical excellence and compassionate care, we provide patients with the tools and support they need to achieve lasting recovery. Our programs are designed to address the unique needs of each individual, creating meaningful opportunities for progress, healing, and long‑term success.

Nestled on the picturesque shores of St Simons Island, Georgia, our facility offers a serene coastal setting that promotes privacy, comfort, and focus. This peaceful environment not only enhances the patient experience but also creates a truly rewarding workplace for professionals seeking purpose‑driven careers.

Conveniently located within driving distance of Jacksonville, Florida, Savannah, Georgia, and surrounding communities through South Georgia and North Florida, St Simons By-the-Sea combines accessibility with a tranquil atmosphere—making it an ideal place to grow your career while making a lasting impact.

Visit the site virtually: ssbythesea.com

As a Recreation Therapist, you’ll design and lead purposeful recreation programs tailored to individual interests, assess leisure needs, and develop treatment plans with clear goals and interventions that support overall well‑being and progress.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

Design and lead a well‑rounded recreation therapy program including fitness, creative arts, outdoor activities, and special events; build engaging weekly schedules that encourage participation and progress
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team across Medicine, Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, and Therapy to ensure recreation services are coordinated and aligned with overall treatment goals
Participate in treatment meetings and therapeutic groups, contributing to care planning while building strong partnerships with community agencies to expand patient opportunities

Benefit & Rewards Highlights

Challenging and rewarding work environment
Competitive compensation & generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
Tuition saving to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
Pet Insurance
More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification required
Experience in inpatient setting preferred

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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