Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: Impact & Growth

perimeterhealthcare; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Supplemental insurance options

Job summary

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington in Arlington, TX is seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to design and implement therapeutic activities that promote recovery and growth for patients. This role blends clinical expertise with creative engagement to support mental health needs.

Required qualifications include CTRS certification, BLS, and de-escalation training, with a focus on assessment, documentation, and collaboration with the treatment team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field required.
• Active CTRS certification and BLS certification required.
• HWC (Handle with Care) de-escalation certification required.
• Strong assessment and documentation skills required.
• Excellent communication and patient engagement abilities.
• Ability to lead physical activities.

Responsibilities

• Design age-appropriate therapeutic activities for children, adolescents and adults.
• Create individualized recreation plans based on patient needs.
• Adapt activities to accommodate various physical and mental health requirements.
• Maintain and update therapeutic recreation programs.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and outcomes.
• Conduct recreational therapy assessments for new admissions.
• Provide individual and group therapeutic activities.
• Document patient participation and progress.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment team.
• Monitor patient engagement and therapeutic benefits.
• Maintain therapeutic equipment and supplies.
• Ensure safe use of recreational facilities.
• Track program outcomes and effectiveness.
• Coordinate special therapeutic events and activities.
• Manage activity schedules and resources.

Skills

Communication abilities

Assessment & documentation

Physical activity leadership

De-escalation training

Flexibility & adaptability

Cultural competency

Team collaboration

Patient advocacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field

Active CTRS certification

Current BLS certification

De-escalation Training: HWC certification

Master's degree in Recreational Therapy

Job description

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington in Arlington, TX is seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to design and implement therapeutic activities that promote recovery and growth for patients. This role blends clinical expertise with creative engagement to support mental health needs.

Required qualifications include CTRS certification, BLS, and de-escalation training, with a focus on assessment, documentation, and collaboration with the treatment team.