Trauma-Informed Recreational Therapist for Youth

Bethany Christian Services; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Generous time off

Education reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Long-term disability

Job summary

Bethany Christian Services seeks a Recreational Therapist to support youth through therapeutic recreation programs in a faith-based setting. You will develop and implement treatment plans, coordinate assessments, and collaborate with clinicians and program staff to promote healing and engagement.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy with CTRS certification, and one year of youth-focused experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy (or related field) with CTRS certification (NCTRC).
• 1 year of experience working with youth in a professional context.
• Bilingual English/Spanish, preferred.
• Ability to pass medical examinations and perform essential functions, including restraints when needed.
• TB test annually and preferred Hepatitis immunization.
• Strong teamwork within a multi-disciplinary treatment team.
• Knowledge of recreational therapy principles and group counseling techniques.

Responsibilities

• Participate in creating a recreational therapy treatment plan based on APIED (Assessment, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation, Documentation).
• Incorporate recreational therapy interventions per current standards of practice.
• Coordinate comprehensive, person-centered assessments for residents.
• Make recommendations on treatment approaches and interventions.
• Represent recreational therapy on committees and coordinate with program staff.
• Plan, organize, and promote group activities and events; work with Youth Specialists for groups.
• Maintain records of supplies, expenses, and treatment outcomes.
• Support trauma-responsive Sanctuary model of care implementation.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Team collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Computer skills

Restraint techniques training

Education

Bachelor’s in Recreational Therapy

CTRS certification (NCTRC)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Bethany Christian Services seeks a Recreational Therapist to support youth through therapeutic recreation programs in a faith-based setting. You will develop and implement treatment plans, coordinate assessments, and collaborate with clinicians and program staff to promote healing and engagement.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy with CTRS certification, and one year of youth-focused experience.