Recreational Therapist - Empower Recovery & Wellness

County of Santa Barbara; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement reciprocity

Advancement vacation accrual rate

Job summary

The County of Santa Barbara Department of Behavioral Wellness is looking for a full-time Recreational Therapist to oversee recreation programs for psychiatric patients at the Psychiatric Health Facility in Santa Barbara. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in recreation therapy and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills.

This role requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team, with flexibility to adjust to changing situations.

Benefits include retirement reciprocity and other incentives.

Qualifications

• Possession of a bachelor’s degree in recreation therapy or in recreation and leisure studies with a specialization in recreation therapy.
• Eligibility for certification as a recreation therapist by the California Board of Recreation and Park Certification.

Responsibilities

• Plans and supervises daily activity programs for psychiatric patients.
• Participates in development of patient's initial assessment and treatment plans.
• Coordinates recreational therapy orientation with nursing staff.

Skills

Independent and team work

Flexibility and adaptability

Strong work ethic and integrity

Time management skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Self-motivated and initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy or recreation and leisure studies

Job description

The County of Santa Barbara Department of Behavioral Wellness is looking for a full-time Recreational Therapist to oversee recreation programs for psychiatric patients at the Psychiatric Health Facility in Santa Barbara. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in recreation therapy and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills.

This role requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team, with flexibility to adjust to changing situations.

Benefits include retirement reciprocity and other incentives.