Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Cross Creek Hospital Together with Ascension Seton; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Cross Creek Hospital Together with Ascension Seton is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to plan, direct and implement activity therapy as part of the patient’s treatment plan. The role involves assessing patient needs, leading therapy sessions, and coordinating activities to support recovery and well-being.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation (Master’s preferred) and 3+ years of healthcare recreation experience, with CPR and de-escalation certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreational Therapy or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Three or more years’ experience in recreation in a healthcare setting with knowledge of patient population served by the facility required.
• Previous experience in recreation in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete activity assessment through patient observation and patient/family interview, obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
• Plan, organize, direct and implement the activities within the treatment program to facility patient progress with treatment goals.
• Plan and implement an activities program including but not limited to therapeutic leisure skills and activities, leisure education and leisure awareness.
• Facilitate and lead activity sessions to improve patient mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct patients in activities and techniques, such are sports, dance, music, art or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs.
• Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions that meet patient needs and interests and helps the patient achieve his/her treatment goals.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities, such as exercise, games and community outings.
• Help patients learn social skills needed to become or remain independent.
• Modify activities to suit the needs of specific groups.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Skills

Patient observation

Group facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Activity planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

CTRS certification

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Job description

Cross Creek Hospital Together with Ascension Seton is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to plan, direct and implement activity therapy as part of the patient’s treatment plan. The role involves assessing patient needs, leading therapy sessions, and coordinating activities to support recovery and well-being.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation (Master’s preferred) and 3+ years of healthcare recreation experience, with CPR and de-escalation certification.