Recreation Therapy Assistant

Thrive Behavioral Hospital; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Growth opportunities

Mission-driven environment

Job summary

Thrive Behavioral Hospital is seeking a compassionate Recreation Therapy Assistant to support our therapeutic programming and enhance the daily experience of our patients. You will facilitate activities, support group and individual sessions, and help create a healing, structured environment.

The role emphasizes movement, creativity, and connection, requiring strong communication and teamwork. We offer growth opportunities within behavioral health services and a competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in behavioral health, psychiatric, or healthcare settings preferred.
• Background in recreation, psychology, kinesiology, social work, or related fields is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Recreation Therapist in planning and facilitating therapeutic group and individual activities.
• Lead recreational, social, and leisure-based programs that support patient treatment goals.
• Encourage patient participation while ensuring safety and appropriate engagement.
• Set up, organize, and maintain activity spaces and supplies.
• Observe and document patient participation and progress as needed.
• Collaborate with clinical and nursing teams to support overall patient care.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Thrive Behavioral Hospital is seeking a compassionate and energetic Recreation Therapy Assistant to support our therapeutic programming and enhance the daily experience of our patients. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with people, facilitating activities, and contributing to a healing, structured environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Recreation Therapist in planning and facilitating therapeutic group and individual activities
• Lead recreational, social, and leisure-based programs that support patient treatment goals
• Encourage patient participation while ensuring safety and appropriate engagement
• Set up, organize, and maintain activity spaces and supplies
• Observe and document patient participation and progress as needed
• Collaborate with clinical and nursing teams to support overall patient care

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Experience working in behavioral health, psychiatric, or healthcare settings preferred
• Background in recreation, psychology, kinesiology, social work, or related fields is a plus
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to engage individuals with varying mental health needs in a supportive manner
• Must be dependable, patient, and team-oriented

What We Offer

• Supportive, mission-driven work environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on patient well-being
• Growth opportunities within behavioral health services
• Competitive pay and benefits package (based on experience)

If you’re passionate about helping others through movement, creativity, and connection, we’d love to hear from you.