Recreation Therapist | Part Time Regular | Dayshift | Supporting Therapy

Adventist Health; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

Adventist Health Vallejo is seeking a part-time Therapist to plan, direct, and coordinate recreation-based treatment programs for people with disabilities or injuries, or mental illnesses. The role uses arts, movement, and community outings to support recovery and engagement.

The candidate will assess needs, develop interventions, and work with a multi-disciplinary team while guiding patients to use community resources and participate in recreational activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• Dance and Movement or Art or Drama or Music or Yoga or Recreational Therapy experience preferred.
• National Council for Therapeutic Recreation (NCTRC) certification preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License (DL) and at least 21 years old required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients using information from observations, medical records, standardized assessments, the medical staff, the clients’ families, and the clients themselves.
• Develops and implements therapeutic interventions aligned with clients’ needs and interests; helps integrate into the community through community resources and recreational activities.
• Performs patient care in accordance with policies; plans treatment programs and evaluates responses to interventions.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers, and physical and occupational therapists.
• Documents in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Skills

Recreational Therapy

Dance and Movement

Art

Drama

Music

Yoga

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

Master's Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Job Description

For more than 30 years, Adventist Health Vallejo has been helping people of all ages reach their fullest potential. We are comprised of a freestanding 61-bed facility with short-term psychiatric care for children, adolescents and adults. We also provide partial hospitalization programs for adults. Our extensive range of treatment programs are designed to foster empowerment, connection and a meaningful life. Vallejo offers one of the most versatile locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. Vallejo's proximity to San Francisco and Oakland's vibrant art, food and sports entertainment venues is unparalleled. Vallejo's historic downtown, waterfront and ease of access to the world-class Napa Valley provide many local opportunities for exploring.

Job Summary

Plans, directs, and coordinates recreation-based treatment programs for people with disabilities or injuries, or mental illnesses. Provides treatment services and recreational therapy services using a variety techniques, including arts and crafts, animals, sports, games, dance and movement, drama, music and community outings.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor’s): Required
• Master's Degree: Preferred
• Dance and Movement or Art or Drama or Music or Yoga or Recreational Therapy experience: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• National Council for Therapeutic Recreation (NCTRC) certification: Preferred
• Valid Driver’s License (DL) and must be at least 21 years of age or older: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions

• Assesses patients using information from observations, medical records, standardized assessments, the medical staff, the clients’ families, and the clients themselves. Develops and implements therapeutic interventions consistent with the clients’ needs and interests. Helps patients integrate into the community by teaching them how to use community resources and recreational activities.
• Performs patient care in accordance with identified needs and established policies, procedures and protocols. Plans treatment programs. Evaluates patient’s response to interventions. Modifies treatment plan appropriately.
• Works in conjunction or collaboration with physicians, nurses, psychologists, social workers, and physical and occupational therapists.
• Documents in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

• Job Identification : 70116
• Job Category : Therapist
• Posting Date : 2026-08-03T21:12:43+00:00
• Job Shift : Day Shift
• Locations : Vallejo, CA, United States
• Assignment Category : Part-time regular
• Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $30.01 to $41.16. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.
• Hiring Department : Supporting Therapy
• Shift Length : 8 Hours