Recreational Therapist — Healing Through Creative Therapy

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Svc; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

403(b) retirement plan

PTO

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Davenport University tuition discount

Job summary

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Svc is seeking a Recreational Therapist to join an interdisciplinary treatment team. You will assess patient needs, develop individualized plans, and participate in milieu programming and therapy groups to support recovery.

The role emphasizes customer service, safety, and collaboration with staff across the organization. The position requires a Bachelor's in Recreational Therapy; a Master’s degree is preferred and CTRS certification is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Recreational Therapy is required.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• CTRS certification required or preferred.
• Minimum three months of relevant psychiatric/medical/clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient care needs and design/implement individualized treatment plans with interdisciplinary team.
• Lead milieu programming including teaching, skill-building, and therapy groups.
• Document and report according to policies; monitor safety and risk; participate in rounds and planning meetings.
• Collaborate on performance improvement activities; assist in staff training and competency reviews.
• Assist in internships and department activities as appropriate.

Education

Bachelor's in Recreational Therapy

Master’s Degree preferred

CTRS

Job description

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Svc is seeking a Recreational Therapist to join an interdisciplinary treatment team. You will assess patient needs, develop individualized plans, and participate in milieu programming and therapy groups to support recovery.

The role emphasizes customer service, safety, and collaboration with staff across the organization. The position requires a Bachelor's in Recreational Therapy; a Master’s degree is preferred and CTRS certification is expected.