Recreational Therapist: Veteran Wellness & Mind-Body Therapy

Holly Hill Hospital; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. is seeking a motivated Recreational Therapist to support the Patriot Support Program at Holly Hill Hospital in Raleigh, NC. You will deliver structured recreational activities that promote recovery, wellness, and social connection for military and veteran patients.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team to integrate therapy into individualized treatment plans, document progress, and ensure safe, trauma-informed care in a busy behavioral health setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field.
• Experience in behavioral health or healthcare settings.
• Experience with military/veteran populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' recreational interests and tailor programming.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate individual and group therapies.
• Provide activities that promote resiliency, coping, and wellness.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Maintain documentation and clinical records on time.
• Ensure safety and professional boundaries.

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

Trauma-informed care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Yoga / mind-body

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Behavioral health experience

Military/veteran care experience

Job description

Universal Health Services, Inc. is seeking a motivated Recreational Therapist to support the Patriot Support Program at Holly Hill Hospital in Raleigh, NC. You will deliver structured recreational activities that promote recovery, wellness, and social connection for military and veteran patients.

You will work with an interdisciplinary team to integrate therapy into individualized treatment plans, document progress, and ensure safe, trauma-informed care in a busy behavioral health setting.