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Southwest General

RECREATION THERAPIST

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Middleburg Heights, OH (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

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.

$60,927 / year median in Ohio

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Job Description

POSITION INFORMATION

Position summary: Responsible for delivering quality patient care and providing excellent customer service. Provides therapeutic, recreational and leisure activities to patients, including the development of individual treatment plans. Documents patient assessment, participation in group activities, and progress toward goals. The Recreation Therapist, within the scope of their license, must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills to provide service appropriate to behavioral health age groups according to chronological age, developmental age, and/or psychosocial maturity. The primary function is to facilitate the development or maintenance of physical, social, emotional, cognitive and behavioral skills in the patient population served.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation, or a related field. Completion of an Internship under a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Required length and type of experience: One year of work experience preferred in a behavioral health program. Required licensure, certification or registry: Obtain certification by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) within 6-12 months of employment.