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Recreation Therapist
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A Recreational Therapist directs and coordinates recreational activities for people with disabilities or illness to help them improve their emotional and physical well-being, improve motor skills and increase confidence. Leads activities involving movement, sports, games, and other activities for brain stimulation. Assists patients with disabilities to learn to use public resources such as parks and public transportation, and integrate in the community. Works with people of all ages, in schools, nursing homes, clinics and other healthcare facilities, or in parks and recreation departments.
$56,740 / year median in Illinois
+0% projected growth
Job Description
at Liberty Healthcare Corporation in Rushville, Illinois, United States Job Description Therapeutic recreation professionals are encouraged to consider a Recreation Therapist position with Liberty Healthcare. Work setting You will work onsite at Liberty Healthcare's secure residential mental health program at the IL DHS Treatment and Detention Facility located at 17019 County Farm Rd. in Rushville, IL 62681. Responsibilities Interacting with clients individually and in groups Conducting interest assessments Designing and leading prosocial activities Collaborating with other recreation therapists and mental health professionals Schedule You will work a full-time schedule, weekdays, with the option of working four 10-hour days weekly. Compensation and benefits Starting range of $58,000 to $64,000 (depending on experience and certification status) 240 hours of paid time off annually for vacation, sick and personal time plus 10 paid holidays Health, dental, and vision insurance FSA and 401(k) Benefits plan details available at https://www.libertyhealthcare.com/upload/136.pdf To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account