Recreational Therapist: Flexible Schedule & Community

Caliber Therapies; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay (45/hr)

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

ATRA membership

Job summary

Caliber Therapies in the San Diego area seeks a passionate Recreational Therapist to build meaningful relationships and design individualized interventions in clients' homes, community settings, and via telehealth when appropriate.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, compassionate, adaptable, and ready to think creatively to help clients achieve independence and participation, with ongoing collaboration with caregivers and a clinical team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Current 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.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a clinical team.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and related conditions preferred.
• Experience with behavioral support strategies and community-based intervention is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive assessments and develop individualized, goal-oriented treatment plans.
• Provide one-on-one recreational therapy services in homes, community settings, and via 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 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 line with company policies and payer requirements.
• Maintain professional, ethical, and clinical standards while representing Caliber Therapies in the community.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Travel willing

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Recreational Therapy or Therapeutic Recreation

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)

Job description

Caliber Therapies in the San Diego area seeks a passionate Recreational Therapist to build meaningful relationships and design individualized interventions in clients' homes, community settings, and via telehealth when appropriate.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, compassionate, adaptable, and ready to think creatively to help clients achieve independence and participation, with ongoing collaboration with caregivers and a clinical team.