Recreational Therapist/Activities Director

SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital - Neuro Transitional Center in O'Fallon, MO is seeking a Recreational Therapist to provide weekend activities for patients with brain or spinal cord injuries. The role emphasizes community integration and structured leisure activities within a 12-bed Neuro Transitional Center.

The position requires a Baccalaureate Degree in Therapeutic Recreation and current CTRS certification, plus a valid state driver's license.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in Therapeutic Recreation is required.
• CTRS certification is required.
• Current State Driver’s License in good standing required.
• Medical setting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement community integration activities and leisure and functional structured activities.
• May transport patients on community outings.
• Complete EMR documentation and coordinate weekend activities with rehab manager.

Skills

Team-oriented

Collaborative

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)

Job description

SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital - Neuro Transitional Center

O'Fallon, MO

Recreational Therapist/Activities Director - Neuro Transitional Rehabilitation Center

Every Weekend

Option of 8 hours Saturday

or

4 hours Saturday & 4 hours Sunday

We are seeking a Recreational Therapist at SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital - Neuro Transitional Center, opening mid 1st quarter of 2025. This is an exciting opportunity to change lives. The Neuro Transitional Center has 12 beds and is designed to provide intensive rehabilitation to individuals with an acquired brain injury or spinal cord injury who are unable to safely return home at the time of discharge from an inpatient rehab hospital due to the severity of their impairments. Currently, 93% of our patients return to their homes at discharge from NTC, and now Missourians will not have to leave the state to receive this level of service.

Benefits Of Becoming a Recreational Therapist With Us

• Team-oriented and collaborative culture
• A network of over 50K employees nationwide with advancement and relocation opportunities

Plans and implements appropriate community integration activities and leisure and functional structured activities according to patient needs within the facility. May transport patient on community outings. Completes electronic medical record documentation and coordinates with rehab manager regarding weekend activities. Participates in team conferences collaborating with the transdisciplinary team.

Minimum Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in Therapeutic Recreation required.
• Current national certification from NCTRC as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) required.
• Current State Driver’s License in good standing required
• Should have certified experience in a medical setting.