Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: Elevating Patient Care

NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

NPH 401(k) plan with up to 4% Company

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous PTO

Capella University tuition offers

Work-life balance

LifeMart employee discounts

Job summary

NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals is seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist for North Valley Behavioral Hospital to lead goal-directed therapies that enhance patients’ daily living and functioning.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, customize treatment plans, and promote therapeutic engagement across physical, cognitive, and social domains to supportRecovery and well-being.

Qualifications

• CTRS certification is required.
• BLS and HWC certifications required; orientation period.
• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation with internship completed is required.
• Behavioral health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe and analyze patients' participation and progress during treatment sessions.
• Develop treatment plans aligned with admission assessment and patient goals.
• Encourage patients to engage in health-promoting leisure activities.
• Confer with the treatment team to plan and evaluate therapy programs.
• Conduct therapy sessions to improve mental and physical well-being.
• Instruct patients in activities like sports, arts, or relaxation techniques.
• Gather information from records and family for patient assessments.
• Maintain compliance with policies and protect patient privacy.
• Lead and supervise activity program staff and plans.
• Ensure staff training on compliance policies.

Skills

Therapeutic recreation

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Creativity

Computer skills

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Supervised internship completed

CTRS certification

BLS certification

HWC certification

Tools

CTRS certification

Job description

NeuroPsychiatric Hospitals is seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist for North Valley Behavioral Hospital to lead goal-directed therapies that enhance patients’ daily living and functioning.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, customize treatment plans, and promote therapeutic engagement across physical, cognitive, and social domains to supportRecovery and well-being.