Recreational Therapist

AvaMed, Inc; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 74,390 - 79,900; Full time

Job summary

AvaMed, Inc is seeking a certified Recreational Therapist to join their team in Sacramento, California. This full-time position offers a competitive pay rate ranging from $54 to $58 per hour.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing recreation therapy services tailored to the needs of CDCR Patient-Inmates and/or DJJ Youth. This role involves collaborating with an interdisciplinary team and evaluating therapy needs to promote social interaction and effective coping strategies.

Qualifications

• Must be certified as a Recreational Therapist (NCTRC/CTRS).
• Experience with correctional facilities or similar environments preferred.
• Strong communication skills for team coordination.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement specialized recreation therapy services.
• Participate in the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDTT).
• Evaluate recreation therapy needs of patients.

Skills

Certification (NCTRC/CTRS)

Recreation therapy

Team collaboration

Patient assessment

Job description

Position Details

AvaMed Inc is a Healthcare Staffing Agency that staffs all of California Correctional Facilities. At the moment we are in urgent need of a certified Recreational Therapist (NCTRC/CTRS) to take on a full‑time assignment at the correctional facility located in Sacramento, CA.

• Full‑time
• Location: Sacramento, CA
• Schedule: Monday‑Friday; 7:30 am‑4:00 pm
• Rate: $54‑$58/hr
• Status: W2/Traveler Pay with weekly pay via direct deposit
• Must be certified

Job Description

Under the direction of the Institution’s/Facility’s CEO/CMH/CMO or designee, recreation therapist’s duties/responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to, the following requirements.

1. Develop and implement specialized recreation therapy services to CDCR Patient‑Inmates and/or DJJ Youth. Such therapeutic interventions are designed to promote social interaction, to encourage beneficial and appropriate utilization of leisure time, and to provide Patient‑Inmates and/or DJJ Youth with preparation for reentry into general population or other levels of treatment.
2. Participate in the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDTT) and coordinate services with primary clinicians, correctional counselors and other custody personnel.
3. Evaluate recreation therapy needs for Patients‑Inmates and/or DJJ Youth with particular attention to activities of daily living, communication skills, physical exercise, and positive coping strategies.

If you are interested please submit your resume and we will reach out to you ASAP.