Recreational Therapist - Flexible, Community-Based Care

CaliberTherapies; Petal (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

ATRA membership

Job summary

Caliber Therapies is seeking a passionate, creative Recreational Therapist to work in a flexible, community-based setting. You’ll build meaningful relationships while crafting individualized interventions to boost independence and community participation.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, compassionate, adaptable, and thrives on creative problem-solving to help clients overcome barriers and reach their goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Recreational Therapy or Therapeutic Recreation from an accredited institution.
• Current Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential through NCTRC.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Current CPR certification (or ability to obtain prior to providing services).
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel within the assigned service area.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive assessments and develop individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans.
• Provide one-on-one Recreational Therapy services in clients' homes, community settings, and through telehealth when appropriate.
• Design and facilitate evidence-based interventions addressing physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and leisure functioning.
• Promote community integration, independence, self-advocacy, and meaningful participation in leisure and daily life.
• Adapt interventions to accommodate each client's strengths, interests, abilities, and goals.
• Collaborate with caregivers, case managers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated care.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation in accordance with company policies and payer requirements.
• Maintain professional, ethical, and clinical standards while representing Caliber Therapies in the community.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy

CTRS certification

Job description

Caliber Therapies is seeking a passionate, creative Recreational Therapist to work in a flexible, community-based setting. You’ll build meaningful relationships while crafting individualized interventions to boost independence and community participation.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, compassionate, adaptable, and thrives on creative problem-solving to help clients overcome barriers and reach their goals.