Who is Comprehensive Healthcare? Comprehensive Healthcare 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. 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 located at Two Rivers Landing, 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 community supporting and encouraging clients to acquire new skills and increase involvement in health-promoting leisure activities instructing clients in activities including sports, art & crafts, relaxation techniques, and music, and properly supervising clients at all times completing 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 objectives safely transporting clients in agency-owned or personal vehicles assessing clients for safety and risk to self or others, and taking appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicated thorough and timely completion of required clinical documentation

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy A valid Recreational Therapist Credential through the Department of Health is required Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance In compliance with state and federal law, Comprehensive Healthcare requires 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 Comprehensive Healthcare. Please refer to

RCW 49.44.240

for information on pre-employment drug screening. What Comprehensive Healthcare Can Offer You Training and Development A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs Clinical supervision toward licensure, if applicable Innovative Program & Services A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services Excellent Benefits Competitive salaries within our communities and industry Healthcare coverage for employee and qualified family members Generous vacation, paid holiday and sick leave policies Access to Employee Assistance Program services Agency-funded retirement plan with contributions equal to 5% of compensation Additional retirement investment opportunities with a 50% investment match of up to 4% of compensation Agency-funded life and disability insurance program Financial incentives to further employee education Comprehensive Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value the diverse perspectives and strengths that our employees bring to the workplace and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for our positions. The Human Resources department offers accommodations and assistance for the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements.