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Therapeutic Recreation Assistant

SOUTHERN WINDS HOSPITAL - 4.1

Hialeah, FL Job Details Full-time $17 - $18 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Spanish Teamwork English Bachelor's degree Occupational Therapy Human Services Patient interaction Associate's degree Full Job Description Recreational Therapy Assistant Join our growing behavioral health team! We are seeking a compassionate, energetic, and dependable Recreational Therapy Assistant to join our inpatient hospital team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with patients and using structured activities to promote engagement, healthy coping skills, social interaction, and overall well-being. The Recreational Therapy Assistant will support therapeutic and recreational programming for individuals receiving treatment for mental health and behavioral health conditions. Activities may include arts and crafts, music, exercise, games, group activities, and other structured therapeutic programs. What You'll Do Assist with planning and facilitating recreational and therapeutic activities for patients. Lead and support activities such as arts and crafts, music, exercise, games, and structured group activities. Encourage patients to participate in activities in a positive, respectful, and supportive manner. Assist patients in developing healthy coping skills, social skills, communication, and independence. Observe patient participation, behavior, and response to activities and communicate relevant information to the treatment team. Assist with documenting patient participation and progress as required. Help maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment during activities. Adapt activities to accommodate patients' individual needs, abilities, and interests. Collaborate with nursing, clinical, and other members of the interdisciplinary treatment team. Assist with preparing activity materials, supplies, and therapeutic spaces. What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy, Psychology, Behavioral Health, Occupational Therapy, Human Services, or a related field preferred. Candidates with relevant behavioral or therapeutic backgrounds, including Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), Occupational Therapy Assistants, behavioral therapy professionals, mental health professionals, and those with similar experience are encouraged to apply. Previous behavioral health, mental health, or psychiatric experience strongly preferred. Minimum of one year of relevant experience preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to engage patients with compassion, professionalism, patience, and enthusiasm. Creative and comfortable facilitating activities with individuals and groups. Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Why Join Our Team? Our Recreational Therapy Assistants have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients while working alongside an experienced behavioral health team. Supportive and collaborative work environment Growing behavioral health organization Meaningful, patient-centered work Opportunity to bring creativity into the patient care environment Competitive compensation Shift differentials available for qualifying shifts, including weekends and holidays 401(k) retirement plan Health insurance Tuition assistance If you have experience in behavioral health and a passion for helping others through therapeutic engagement and meaningful activities, we encourage you to apply! Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you have clinical or internship experience?

Education:

Associate (Preferred)

Language:

English and Spanish (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person