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Southeast Behavioral Hospital

Certified Recreation Therapist (CTRS) - $10,000 Sign-on Bonus

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Cape Girardeau, MO (Onsite)

Last Updated: 4 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist is responsible for planning and implementing activity services for assigned program, which involves defining and implementing treatment goals as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and providing continuous patient care, observation, interaction, and role modeling to patients.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor's or Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Recreation Therapy.

Experience:

One (1) year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.

Licensure:

.Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Certification required.

Additional Requirements:

Successful completion of CPR Certification and successful completion of Handle with Care. Completion of all daily job functions and compliance with all regulatory standards.

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS

Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! Tuition Assistance More information is available on our

Benefits Guest Website:

www.benefits.uhsguest.com

Hours:

Monday-Friday with Weekend Rotations

RELOCATION

$5,000 (contact HR for details)

SIGN ON BONUS

$10,000 (with commitment)

Work Location:

In person