Recreational Therapist - CTRS

Scottish Rite for Children; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Scottish Rite for Children in Dallas is seeking a Recreational Therapist (CTRS) for a 25–30 hour/week temporary role through May 1, 2027. The position emphasizes assessment of patient leisure needs, goal setting, and collaboration with the treatment team.

Responsibilities include documenting in EMR, providing TR services, coordinating with community agencies, and adhering to hospital policies. Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Recreation and CTRS certification, CPR, and a valid driver's

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation and Leisure with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation.
• NCTRC certification (CTRS) is required.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license with eligibility to drive hospital vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Performs interview and assessment of patient’s leisure functioning and related needs.
• Establishes leisure goals and determines interventions to achieve them.
• Records clinical treatment notes in EMR and prepares progress reports for the treatment team.
• Provides therapeutic recreation services to patients and monitors equipment and facilities.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation and Leisure with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation

NCTRC Certification: Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)

CPR Certification

Driver's license with eligibility to drive hospital vehicles

Job description

Our patients are our number one priority! We're committed to giving children back their childhood! Job Posting Title: Recreational Therapist - CTRS Location: Dallas - Hospital Additional Posting Details: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm. Approx. 25-30 hours per week. Temp position November 2026 through May 1, 2027.

Job Description: Duties/Responsibilities

• Performs interview and assessment of patient's leisure functioning and leisure related needs.
• Establishes appropriate leisure related goals based on assessment findings and determines interventions by which these goals are achieved.
• Records clinical treatment notes in EMR and prepares progress reports for oral presentation to treatment team members.
• Provides therapeutic recreation services offered to patients at Scottish Rite.
• Monitors use and condition of recreational equipment as well as TR related areas.
• Reports need for repair or replacement of supplies, equipment, and facilities.
• Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary treatment team, attends rounds, patient care conferences, and meetings with families as assigned.
• Works collaboratively with other SRC departments.
• Serve as liaison with at least 1 community agency that promotes access/inclusion for patients served by SRC.
• Attends assigned SRC camps.
• Make recommendations for personal and/or departmental performance improvement.
• Comply with all hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains professional certification(s).

Required Skills/Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation and Leisure with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation.
• Current certification by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) at the professional level of Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).
• Current CPR.
• Current drivers license with eligibility to drive hospital vehicles.

Working Environment

• Working Conditions: Inside & Outside
• Working Position: Sitting, Standing, and Walking
• Physical Demands: Medium
• Physical Requirements: Lifting/Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Climbing, Balancing, Stoopling/Kneeling/Bending, and Repetitive Movements
• Lifting or carrying between 35 - 50 lbs.
• Sensory/Communicative activities essential to the performance of this position: Feeling, Hearing, Seeing, and Speaking
• This position will be exposed to Inside/Outside Environments and Bloodborne Pathogens

At Scottish Rite for Children, we work together with the common goal of helping give children back their childhood. Scottish Rite is a unique place to work because we believe in a collaborative approach, utilizing the care and expertise from all departments. We are always looking for caring, energetic individuals to join our team. We currently have locations in Dallas and Frisco and are an equal opportunity employer. For questions, contact [e-mail].