Recreational Therapist / CTRS

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Greenville; Greenville (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Greenville is seeking a Recreational Therapist / CTRS to plan, implement, and oversee medically approved therapeutic activities for patients within the facility. You will support psychosocial, emotional, and functional well‑being through structured programming, including leisure, social, cognitive, and creative activities.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, contribute to individualized care plans, and document progress and outcomes to support

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy or related field with CTRS preferred.
• CTRS certification required or per state regulations for Activity Therapy.
• Bachelor’s degree in Arts or Music with applicable therapeutic experience may qualify.

Responsibilities

• Provide full range of recreational therapy services including assessments and treatment planning.
• Deliver therapy services independently and as part of the interdisciplinary team.
• Plan, coordinate, and assist with scheduling therapeutic activities.
• Lead and participate in group and individual activities.
• Observe participation and engagement during sessions; track progress and document goals.
• Document group participation per facility and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct individual and family sessions at least twice monthly.
• Meet with patients and psychiatrists monthly for medication management support as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Engage patients in activities

DSMV knowledge

Medical/psychiatric knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy

Bachelor’s degree with CTRS certification

Bachelor’s degree in Arts or Music with therapeutic experience

Job description

Recreational Therapist / CTRS

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Greenville

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Greenville is currently accepting resumes for a Recreational Therapist / Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). At Freedom, patient care comes first, and our team members are the heart of everything we do.

We believe you do your best work when you are supported, valued, and empowered to use your unique talents. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others—while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven environment—this opportunity may be the perfect fit for you.

Position Overview

This non-exempt position reports to the Director of Clinical Social Services and is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing medically approved therapeutic activities for patients within the facility.

The Recreational Therapist plays an integral role in supporting patients’ psychosocial, emotional, and functional well‑being through structured therapeutic programming. Activities may include leisure skill development, socialization, physical/exercise activities, cognitive stimulation, and creative expression (arts and crafts, music, etc.).

This role collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary treatment team and contributes directly to individualized patient care planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of recreational therapy services, including assessments, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions
• Deliver therapy services both independently and as part of the interdisciplinary treatment team
• Plan, coordinate, and assist with scheduling therapeutic activities
• Lead and actively participate in group and individual activities
• Observe patient participation and engagement during sessions
• Track patient progress and document treatment goals and outcomes
• Maintain accurate, timely, and detailed documentation for all individual and group therapy sessions
• Document group participation in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements
• Consult with patients to support therapeutic goals
• Conduct individual and family sessions at least twice monthly
• Meet with patients and psychiatrists monthly for medication management support, as needed
• Provide clinical input to support patients’ overall psychosocial treatment plans

Education & Certification Requirements

One of the following is required:

• Bachelor’s degree (4-year) with a focus in Recreational Therapy
• Bachelor’s degree with CTRS certification
• Bachelor’s degree in Arts or Music (with applicable therapeutic experience)

License/Certification:

• CTRS certification through an approved certification program, as required by state regulations for Activity Therapy

Preferred Knowledge & Skills

• Basic understanding of DSM-V diagnostic criteria
• Basic knowledge of medical and psychiatric diagnoses and conditions
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to engage patients in therapeutic activities
• Excellent documentation and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented clinical environment

Why Join Freedom Behavioral Hospital

• Be part of a patient-centered, compassionate care team
• Make a meaningful impact in behavioral health treatment
• Supportive leadership and collaborative clinical environment
• Opportunity to apply creativity and clinical skills every day
• Stable healthcare setting with professional growth opportuni

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Greenville provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to Federal law requirements, FBHCA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities