Recreational Therapist

Talent Works; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage for employee and 


Vacation, holiday and sick leave

Employee Assistance Program

Agency-funded retirement plan with 5%

Retirement match 50% up to 4%

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Talent Works is seeking a Recreational Therapist for an inpatient adolescent program. The role focuses on using activities to enhance physical, mental, and emotional well-being within a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented framework.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy and a valid state credential, plus a valid driver's license and vehicle insurance. A post-offer drug screen and background check are required per policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy is required.
• Recreational Therapist Credential through the Department of Health is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance.
• Post-offer drug screen and background check required by state and federal law.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize recreation activities and groups for all clients, including activities within the facility and out in the community.
• Support and encourage clients to acquire new skills and increase involvement in health-promoting leisure activities.
• Instruct activities including sports, art & crafts, relaxation techniques, and music; supervise clients at all times.
• Complete recreational therapy assessments for all clients in the children’s long-term inpatient program (CLIP).
• Collaborate with each client to identify measurable treatment and recreational goals based on their needs, interests, and objectives.
• Safely transport clients in agency-owned or personal vehicles.
• Assess clients for safety and risk to self or others; take appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicated.
• Thorough and timely completion of required clinical documentation.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy

Recreational Therapist Credential (DoH)

Job description

Our client provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.

What are we looking for in a Recreational Therapist?

Recreational Therapists work as part of an integrated, multidisciplinary treatment team to provide recreational activities that help to improve and maintain clients’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Using a variety of outings, activities, and movement, the Recreation Therapist creates a therapeutic environment for clients to learn new skills and develop healthier modes of communication and expression. Recreation therapy is part of our integrated treatment model and is individualized to support each client’s needs and goals.

This position is at our inpatient facility for adolescents who are experiencing a mental health crisis or who require an extended period of intensive support. The program provides crisis stabilization, evaluation, and treatment utilizing a trauma-informed, evidence-based model of care.

Recreation Therapist duties may include:

• planning and organizing recreation activities & groups for all clients, including activities within the facility and out in the community
• supporting and encouraging clients to acquire new skills and increase involvement in health-promoting leisure activities
• instructing clients in activities including sports, art & crafts, relaxation techniques, and music, and properly supervising clients at all times
• completing recreational therapy assessments for all clients in the children’s long-term inpatient program (CLIP)
• collaborating with each client to identify measurable treatment and recreational goals based on their needs, interests, and objectives
• safely transporting clients in agency-owned or personal vehicles
• assessing clients for safety and risk to self or others, and taking appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicated
• thorough and timely completion of required clinical documentation

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy
• A valid Recreational Therapist Credential through the Department of Health is required
• Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance
• In compliance with state and federal law, we require all candidates to complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check. Please refer to WAC 388-113-0020 through 388-113-0030 for information on criminal convictions and pending charges that automatically disqualify an individual from working for our client. Please refer to RCW 49.44.240 for information on pre-employment drug screening.

Training and Development

• A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
• Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs
• Clinical supervision toward licensure, if applicable
• A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment
• Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
• Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
• Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services
• Competitive salaries within our communities and industry
• Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members
• Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies
• Access to Employee Assistance Program services
• Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation
• Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation
• Agency-funded life and disability insurance program
• Financial incentives to further employee education