Recreation Therapist
Recreation and Art Therapist
Aging Life Care Association • Santa Clara, CA
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $39–$43 per hour
Benefits: Dental insurance; Paid time off
Job Link: https://www.ziprecruiter.com/c/Aging-Life-Care-Association/Job/Recreation-and-Art-Therapist/-in-Santa-Clara,CA?jid=a96fca3ee1d91062
PACE Recreational Therapist
North East Medical Services • San Francisco, CA
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $34.37–$38.85 per hour
Benefits: Health insurance; Dental insurance
Job Link: https://share.google/7vuSPBGo8FWTP1Itz
Recreation Specialist – Therapeutic Recreation (3283) – Job #119969
City and County of San Francisco (Recreation and Park Department) • San Francisco, CA
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Link: https://share.google/hrmyWjywbSjjF0Z30
Recreation Therapist – Correctional Facility
California Correctional Health Care Services • Sacramento, CA
Employment Type: Full-time
Posted: 7 days ago
Compensation: $9,159–$9,903 per month
Job Link: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3060
Recreational Therapist
UHS • Danville, VA
Job Link: https://share.google/gpsyqSXC9Q6y4idSV
Recreation Therapist – Mission Community Hospital
Location: Panorama City, CA
Salary: Estimated $98,048/year
Mission Community Hospital is seeking a Recreation Therapist to provide therapeutic programming that supports patients’ overall well-being in a hospital setting.
Apply here:
https://www.adzuna.com/details/5099821923
Job Listing: Recreational Therapist (CTRS)
Employer: Acadia Healthcare
Location: San Jose, CA
Acadia Healthcare is seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) to join its behavioral health team in San Jose, California. The Recreational Therapist will plan and implement therapeutic recreation interventions that support the emotional, cognitive, and social well-being of patients in a behavioral health setting.
Qualifications:
· Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) required
· Degree in Recreation Therapy or a related field
· Experience in behavioral health settings preferred
Apply or learn more:
https://share.google/zUa3xxqv3qDjESiFT
Hayward Area Recreation District – Hayward, CA: Special Needs Program Aide ($17.74/hour – $23.94/hour)
Under the general supervision of the Recreation Supervisor and direct supervision of the Recreation Coordinator II, performs a variety of duties and responsibilities to assist with the daily operations of the Special Needs Adult Day Program at Sorensdale Center. The Program Aid will assist in facilitating educational, vocational, and recreational training for persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities to help them achieve their educational goals, while respecting and encouraging Person Centered Thinking. Due to the varied and individual needs of each participant, Special Needs Program Aids may provide a variety of support and assistance, and should be flexible, adjusting to participant needs.
An entry-level position in adult mental health is currently open and ready to be filled at the Wyoming State Hospital. Candidates are invited to relocate to beautiful southwest Wyoming, which enjoys more than 300 days of sunshine each year.
This position offers full benefits—including insurance, retirement, and paid holidays—and provides up to one year to obtain the CTRS credential. The new hire will work alongside an exceptional team of recreation therapists and interdisciplinary professionals.
Those interested may apply using the link below and are encouraged to reach out with any questions at kathy.argyle@wyo.gov.
Recreation Specialist – REACH Program
Location: Rancho Palos Verdes, CA | Pay: $25.88–$33.65/hr | Part-Time
Link:
RECREATION SPECIALIST (REACH Program) | Job Link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/rpvca/jobs/4922486/recreation-specialist-reach-program?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Activity Director – Palo Alto Commons
Location: Palo Alto, CA | Salary: Starting at $65K
Full-Time | Mon–Fri, 9am–5:30pm
Contact: Jenny Huynh – Jhuynh@wqliving.com | (650) 494-0760
California State Hospitals – RT Jobs
Full listing:
https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Jobs/Job_Openings.html
BORP – Bay Area Outreach & Recreation Program
PT & FT Rec Assistants, Program Manager
Jobs: https://www.borp.org/about/work/
Events:
https://borp.rallybound.org/
Recreation Therapist – TODCO Group
San Francisco, CA | Full-Time | Pay: $70K–$95K
Link:
https://www.todco.org/employment-opportunities-at-todco
Behavior Management Solutions (BxM)
SELPA-approved non-public agency providing services throughout the Bay Area.
For job openings, visit:
Job Listings: https://behavior-management-solutions.careerplug.com/jobs
Telecare Corporation – Rehab Therapist & Activity Leader Jobs for Recreation Therapist and Students
https://www.telecarecorp.com/jobs
Internship/ Student Volunteer Opportunities
Looking for Volunteers:
Do you work with people with disabilities as part of your career? For Disability Justice Week in Spring 2026, the Department of Public Health at CSUEB will be hosting a panel on students and alumni who may identify as disabled (or not) and are pursuing a career working with people with disabilities. This is an opportunity to share your experience and expertise with an audience of students who might be interested in pursuing this in the future. The panel will be held on Wednesday, February 18th at 12PM. If you are interested, please email alina.engelman@csueastbay.edu with more information about you and your background.
Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility Internship
Nationally recognized and State-certified internship; partnered with CSU East Bay To Apply: Send cover letter, 2 recommendation letters, and resume to:marly.arroyo@cdcr.ca.gov and katie.franco@cdcr.ca.gov Questions: Call 619-661-6500 ext. 6169
Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (HARD)
New State Agency Certified Site
Intern Supervisor: Marinita D. Santos MS, CTRS, RTC
Email: sanm@rec.org
Phone: 510-996-0577
Address: 275 Goodwin Street, Hayward, CA 94544
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Internship/ Student Volunteer Opportunities
Looking for Volunteers:
Do you work with people with disabilities as part of your career? For Disability Justice Week in Spring 2026, the Department of Public Health at CSUEB will be hosting a panel on students and alumni who may identify as disabled (or not) and are pursuing a career working with people with disabilities. This is an opportunity to share your experience and expertise with an audience of students who might be interested in pursuing this in the future. The panel will be held on Wednesday, February 18th at 12PM. If you are interested, please email alina.engelman@csueastbay.edu with more information about you and your background.
Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility Internship
Nationally recognized and State-certified internship; partnered with CSU East Bay To Apply: Send cover letter, 2 recommendation letters, and resume to:marly.arroyo@cdcr.ca.gov and katie.franco@cdcr.ca.gov Questions: Call 619-661-6500 ext. 6169
Hayward Area Recreation and Park District (HARD)
New State Agency Certified Site
Intern Supervisor: Marinita D. Santos MS, CTRS, RTC
Email: sanm@rec.org
Phone: 510-996-0577
Address: 275 Goodwin Street, Hayward, CA 94544
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