Recreational Therapist

Our client provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.

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What are we looking for in a Recreational Therapist?Recreational Therapists work as part of an integrated, multidisciplinary treatment team to provide recreational activities that help to improve and maintain clients’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Using a variety of outings, activities, and movement, the Recreation Therapist creates a therapeutic environment for clients to learn new skills and develop healthier modes of communication and expression. Recreation therapy is part of our integrated treatment model and is individualized to support each client’s needs and goals.
This position is at our inpatient facility for adolescents who are experiencing a mental health crisis or who require an extended period of intensive support. The program provides crisis stabilization, evaluation, and treatment utilizing a trauma-informed, evidence-based model of care.
Recreation Therapist duties may include:planning and organizing recreation activities & groups for all clients, including activities within the facility and out in the communitysupporting and encouraging clients to acquire new skills and increase involvement in health-promoting leisure activitiesinstructing clients in activities including sports, art & crafts, relaxation techniques, and music, and properly supervising clients at all timescompleting recreational therapy assessments for all clients in the children’s long-term inpatient program (CLIP)collaborating with each client to identify measurable treatment and recreational goals based on their needs, interests, and objectivessafely transporting clients in agency-owned or personal vehiclesassessing clients for safety and risk to self or others, and taking appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicatedthorough and timely completion of required clinical documentationQualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Recreational TherapyA valid Recreational Therapist Credential through the Department of Health is requiredMust have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insuranceIn compliance with state and federal law, we require all candidates to complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check. Please refer to WAC 388-113-0020 through 388-113-0030 for information on criminal convictions and pending charges that automatically disqualify an individual from working for our client. xzbcwsv Please refer to RCW 49.44.240 for information on pre-employment drug screening.
Training and DevelopmentA variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotionRegular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programsClinical supervision toward licensure, if applicableInnovative Program & ServicesA strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environmentInnovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environmentJoint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvementEstablished partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and servicesExcellent BenefitsCompetitive salaries within our communities and industryHealthcare coverage for employee and qualified family membersGenerous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policiesAccess to Employee Assistance Program servicesAgency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensationAdditional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensationAgency-funded life and disability insurance programFinancial incentives to further employee education