Recreation Therapist CTRS $5,000 sign on

Acadia Healthcare; Ada (OK); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free clinical supervision toward licensure

$5,000 sign-on or relocation bonus

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Oklahoma is looking for a compassionate Full-Time Recreation Therapist to provide mental health support and facilitate therapeutic activities for clients. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation and three years of relevant experience. The role offers a $5,000 sign-on or relocation bonus, along with training opportunities for required certifications.

Join a dedicated team where empathy and reliability are key to enhancing the well-being of patients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field is required.
• Three or more years of experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is required.
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) is required.

Responsibilities

• Complete activity assessments through patient observation and family interviews.
• Plan and implement therapeutic activities to meet treatment goals.
• Facilitate sessions to improve patient well-being.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Reliability

Patient observation

Therapeutic activity facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation and restraint training

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate Full-Time Recreation Therapist to provide client-centered mental health support to individuals and families. This role includes facilitating therapeutic activities, supporting treatment goals, and working collaboratively with the clinical team. The ideal candidate is empathetic, reliable, and committed to quality care. Free clinical supervision toward licensure is available. CTRS is required for this role. Offering a $5,000 sign‑on or relocation bonus.

Education/Experience/Skill Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
• Master's degree preferred.

• Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required.
• Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Licenses/Designations/Certifications

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in process of obtaining national certification; OR certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in expressive therapy area required.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement activities within the treatment program to facility patient progress with treatment goals.
• Plan and implement an activity program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness.
• Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such as sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.
• Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and help the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities such as exercise, games and community outings.
• Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.
• Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude toward customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Other Functions

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.

• Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required.
• Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Licenses/Designations/Certifications

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or currently in process of obtaining national certification; OR certified in the area of specialty (Art, Dance, Music, etc.) OR clinical professional licensure (LCPC, LPC, etc.) with certification in expressive therapy area required.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

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