Recreational Therapist

Select Medical; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

PTO and Extended Illness Days

401(k) with company match

Disability insurance

Family Medical Leave

Continuing Education

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation in Frisco, TX is seeking a full-time Recreational Therapist to support our inpatient rehab hospital. Ideal candidates will have medical recreation therapy experience with neurologic experience preferred.

Responsibilities include leading group and 1:1 sessions and co-treatment with the interdisciplinary team (PT, OT, SLP, neuropsychology, and case management).

Qualifications

• Must hold Baccalaureate Degree in Therapeutic Recreation.
• National CTRS certification required.
• Experience in a medical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct group and individual recreation therapy sessions.
• Provide co‑treatment sessions with other rehab disciplines.
• Plan and facilitate community outings.
• Collaborate with PT, OT, SLP, neuropsychology, and case management.

Skills

CTRS Certification

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Job description

Overview

Baylor Scott& White Institute for Rehabilitation

Frisco, TX

Recreational Therapist

Full Time

Compensation depends upon candidate’s years of experience and internal equity.

Starting salary:$50,960.00

Benefits of becoming a Recreational Therapist with us:

We strive to provide our employees with a solid work-life balance, as we understand that happy employees have both fulfilling careers and fulfilling lives beyond our doors.

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance; Life insurance; Prescription coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID)
• A 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Personal and Family Medical Leave
• Continuing Education

Responsibilities

Seeking a full time Recreation Therapist interested in supporting our inpatient rehab hospital. Ideal candidates will have medical recreation therapy experience with neurologic experience preferred.

Candidates should be comfortable with and enjoy working with a variety of neurologic patient populations including TBI, CVA, SCI ,etc. Candidate should be able to handle a fast paced work setting, have good flexibility, and strong team work skills.

This candidate will work closely with the interdisciplinary team consisting of PT, OT, SLP, Neuropsychology, and Case Management to facilitate patient centered care. Typical responsibilities would include group, 1:1 and co-treatment sessions, and community outings. Position is for 40 hours/week and will include 1 weekend day each week (Saturday or sunday). Potential schedule (Tuesday- Saturday or Sunday- Thursday)

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in Therapeutic Recreation required.
• Current national certification from NCTRC as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) required.
• Should have certified experience in a medical setting.

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Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans