Recreational Therapist

Caliber Therapies; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

ATRA membership

Job summary

Caliber Therapies is seeking a passionate Recreational Therapist to deliver client-centered services in homes and communities. You will build meaningful relationships, design individualized interventions, and support independence and community participation.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Recreational Therapy, CTRS, CPR, and a clean driving record, with the flexibility to travel within the service area; strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy or Therapeutic Recreation.
• CTRS credential through NCTRC.
• CPR certification current.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently within a collaborative clinical team.
• Experience with IDD, TBI, SCI, behavioral health or veterans preferred.
• Experience with behavioral support strategies and community-based interventions desirable.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive assessments and develop individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans.
• Provide one-on-one Recreational Therapy services in clients' homes and community settings.
• Design and facilitate evidence-based interventions addressing physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and leisure functioning.
• Promote community integration, independence, self-advocacy, and participation in leisure and daily life.
• Adapt interventions to each client's strengths, interests, abilities, and goals.
• Collaborate with caregivers, case managers, and interdisciplinary team for coordinated care.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation per company policies and payer requirements.
• Maintain professional, ethical, and clinical standards while representing Caliber Therapies.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy or Therapeutic Recreation

CTRS credential (NCTRC)

CPR certification

Job description

Company Overview

At Caliber Therapies, we are redefining what it means to provide compassionate, evidence-based care. Our multidisciplinary team of Recreational Therapists, Music Therapists, Creative Arts Therapists, and Life Skills Coaches is dedicated to improving quality of life for individuals of all abilities through meaningful, person-centered services delivered in homes and communities.

We believe exceptional client care begins with exceptional practitioner support. That's why we foster a collaborative culture built on flexibility, clinical autonomy, mentorship, and continuous professional growth. Our team enjoys competitive compensation, mileage reimbursement, flexible scheduling, and opportunities to help shape innovative programs that make a lasting impact.

When you join Caliber Therapies, you're joining more than a company—you become part of a mission-driven team committed to empowering people to live fuller, more meaningful lives.

Summary

We are seeking a passionate, creative, and client-centered RT who thrives in a flexible, community-based environment. This position offers the opportunity to build meaningful therapeutic relationships while designing individualized interventions that help clients achieve greater independence, community participation, and overall well-being.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, compassionate, adaptable, and excited to think creatively when helping clients overcome barriers and achieve their goals. Hourly rate: $45/hr. Position located in Ft. Smith, AR.

Responsibilities

As a Recreational Therapist, you will:

• Complete comprehensive assessments and develop individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans.
• Provide one-on-one Recreational Therapy services in clients' homes, community settings, and through telehealth when appropriate.
• Design and facilitate evidence-based interventions that address physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and leisure functioning.
• Promote community integration, independence, self-advocacy, and meaningful participation in leisure and daily life.
• Adapt interventions to accommodate each client's unique strengths, interests, abilities, and goals.
• Collaborate with caregivers, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated care.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in accordance with company policies and payer requirements.
• Maintain professional, ethical, and clinical standards while representing Caliber Therapies in the community.

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Recreational Therapy or Therapeutic Recreation from an accredited institution.
• Current Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential through NCTRC.
• Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain prior to providing services).
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel within the assigned service area.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while remaining connected to a collaborative clinical team.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, behavioral health diagnoses, veterans, or other specialized populations is preferred.
• Experience with behavioral support strategies, adaptive programming, and community-based intervention is highly desirable.

Mileage reimbursement, flexible schedule, and ATRA membership