Therapeutic Recreation Therapist - Corrections

California Correctional Health Care Services; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 93,015 - 111,413; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 recruitment and retention stipend

$5,000 referral bonus

Potential monthly recruitment and retention differential

Job summary

A state health care provider is looking for a Recreation Therapist in Sacramento. The ideal candidate will develop and evaluate therapeutic recreation programs for patients, motivating them in group and individual settings. Applicants must have a relevant degree and complete required field work. This role emphasizes patient safety and collaboration with healthcare providers.

Qualifications

• Must produce evidence of graduation or its equivalent.
• Registration as a senior allows examination application.
• Must complete required field work.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate therapeutic recreation programs.
• Instruct and motivate patients in recreation therapy.
• Maintain safety and order among patients.

Skills

Therapeutic recreation program development

Patient motivation

Team collaboration

Supervision

Education

Graduation from a recognized college with major work in recreation

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