Recreational Therapist - Community-Based Therapy, CTRS

Benchmark Human Services; Connersville (IN); On-site; USD 92,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Human Services in Connersville, IN is seeking a full-time Recreational Therapist to support our Day Program. The role focuses on developing and implementing recreation therapy strategies, maintaining billable criteria, and collaborating with caregivers to promote client independence and community inclusion.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field, be a CTRS, and possess a valid driver’s license with auto insurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field.
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credentialed.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain billable criteria.
• Provide education to caregivers.
• Maintain CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of clients we serve.
• Must report any suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation to supervisor or department head.
• Implement community based, age appropriate, recreational activities.
• Completes documentation as required by state and federal regulations.
• Collect data to document progress of prioritized objectives for each client.
• Develop and implement recreation therapy strategies based on target objectives and goals.
• Complies with and implements all protocols for individuals including but not limited to high-risk plans, dining plans, seizure management plans, positioning schedules, etc.
• Participate in Individual Support Plan or Person-Centered Plan for client served.
• Attend departmental meetings.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field

Job description

Benchmark Human Services in Connersville, IN is seeking a full-time Recreational Therapist to support our Day Program. The role focuses on developing and implementing recreation therapy strategies, maintaining billable criteria, and collaborating with caregivers to promote client independence and community inclusion.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field, be a CTRS, and possess a valid driver’s license with auto insurance.