Recreational Therapist

International Community Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick and Safe Leave

Automatic 4% retirement contribution

Job summary

International Community Health Services (ICHS) is hiring a Recreational Therapist to assess participants, develop tailored therapy plans, and support the PACE team. The role requires CTRS certification, Washington State registration, and active BLS upon hire, contributing to high-quality care for the elderly.

Join a mission-driven team in a community health setting, with collaborative supervision and opportunities to impact patient well-being across the Seattle/Puget Sound region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreational Therapy or related field.
• Two (2) years’ experience in a social or recreational program preferred, providing and coordinating services for the frail or elderly within a health care setting.
• Active Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification; WA Recreational Therapist Registration upon hire; BLS upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs, interests and capabilities of participants and develop individualized therapeutic recreation plans.
• Provide leadership and support to Recreational Assistants and contribute to a comprehensive PACE program.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Recreational Therapy or related field

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Join the ICHS Team!Discover how you can make a difference in people’s lives and help strengthen communities.

International Community Health Services (ICHS) is a nationally recognized community health center. For over 50 years, we have provided medical, dental, and wellness care to individuals and families from all regions and all walks of life many of whom face significant barriers to receiving the care they need. We believe that quality health care supports stronger families, healthier communities, and a more just society.At ICHS, we are proud of our team-based approach and the shared commitment that drives our work. We value respect, collaboration, and compassion in everything we do. When you join ICHS, you become part of a mission-driven team that believes everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive.

We offerCompetitive salary for the Seattle/Puget Sound regionPaid Sick and Safe Leave accrual of one (1) hour for every 30 hours worked, which may be used beginning on the employee's 90th calendar day of employment.“Share the success” bonusesAutomatic 4% retirement contribution

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Recreational Therapist Supervisor and as a member of the Program of AllInclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) interdisciplinary team, the Recreational Therapist assesses the needs, interests and capabilities of participants and develops individualized therapeutic recreation plans. In addition, this role supports HAWP programs by planning, organizing, directing and participating in a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program tailored to the general and individualized needs and limitations of frail elderly program participants. This role provides leadership, supervision and support to the Recreational Assistants.

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreational Therapy or related field.

Experience

• Two (2) years’ experience in a social or recreational program preferred, providing and coordinating services for the frail or elderly within a health care setting.

Other Requirement(s)

• Active Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification. Active Washington State Department of Health Recreational Therapist Registration upon hire. Active BLS upon hire.