Therapeutic Recreation Clinician

Acadia Healthcare; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Nashville seeks a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as part of patient treatment.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, designing activities, leading sessions and promoting safety and dignity; requires CTRS or progress toward certification, CPR/de-escalation, and related licensure; bachelor’s degree required, master’s preferred, 3+ years healthcare recreation experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field required.
• Three or more years’ experience in recreation in healthcare setting.
• CTRS certification or in progress, or certified in related expressive therapy area or clinical licensure.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as part of the patient’s treatment plan.
• Assess patient needs and develop activity interventions to meet treatment goals.
• Lead activity sessions to improve mood, engagement and physical well‑being.
• Modify activities to meet diverse patient groups and safety requirements.
• Ensure patient safety and address complaints professionally.

Skills

Patient interaction

Activity planning

Program facilitation

Observation & assessment

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Nashville seeks a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to plan, direct and implement activity therapy programs as part of patient treatment.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, designing activities, leading sessions and promoting safety and dignity; requires CTRS or progress toward certification, CPR/de-escalation, and related licensure; bachelor’s degree required, master’s preferred, 3+ years healthcare recreation experience.