Recreational Therapist - Flexible Schedule & Community Care

CaliberTherapies; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Caliber Therapies seeks a passionate, client-centered Recreational Therapist to deliver services in clients' homes and community settings. You will design individualized interventions to enhance independence, participation, and overall well-being, building strong therapeutic relationships along the way.

The ideal candidate thrives in a flexible, person-centered environment, is self-motivated and compassionate, and enjoys creative problem-solving to help clients overcome barriers and achieve

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy or Therapeutic Recreation from an accredited institution.
• 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.
• Experience with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, behavioral health diagnoses, veterans, or other specialized populations is preferred.

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

Excellent communication skills

Time-management

Independent with collaborative team

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy or Therapeutic Recreation

CTRS credential through NCTRC

Job description

Caliber Therapies seeks a passionate, client-centered Recreational Therapist to deliver services in clients' homes and community settings. You will design individualized interventions to enhance independence, participation, and overall well-being, building strong therapeutic relationships along the way.

The ideal candidate thrives in a flexible, person-centered environment, is self-motivated and compassionate, and enjoys creative problem-solving to help clients overcome barriers and achieve