Recreation Therapist — Youth DBT & Behavioral Health

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Kouts (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan Forgiveness

Generous PTO

Medical & Dental

Prescription Drug Plans

401k with match

Student Loan Refinancing

Tuition Savings

Career Development

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. is seeking a caring Recreation Therapist for Midwest Center for Youth and Families in Indiana.

The role focuses on developing and delivering therapeutic recreation programs within the DBT framework, assessing patient needs, and supporting individualized goals for youths aged 10–18. Responsibilities include coordinating activities, planning outings, documenting progress, and maintaining DBT-based programming.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or degree equivalency from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of two years of related work experience; knowledge of mental health diagnoses preferred.
• Licensed or Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist required.
• Must be 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Provide activities to meet the individual needs of patients following a program group schedule.
• Plan, organize, and implement outings.
• Complete skills assessment to evaluate level of functioning within 10 days of admission.
• Complete documentation on patient groups provided.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or degree equivalency from an accredited college or university

Job description

Universal Health Services, Inc. is seeking a caring Recreation Therapist for Midwest Center for Youth and Families in Indiana.

The role focuses on developing and delivering therapeutic recreation programs within the DBT framework, assessing patient needs, and supporting individualized goals for youths aged 10–18. Responsibilities include coordinating activities, planning outings, documenting progress, and maintaining DBT-based programming.