Recreation Therapist
AUGUST JOB OPPORTUNITIES – Recreation Therapy Professionals & Students
Job Title: Aging Recreation Specialist
Organization: City of San Diego Parks and Recreation
Location: San Diego, CA
Employment Type: Full-time/benefitted
Compensation: $32.25-$37.75/hour-Additional 10% for CTRS or RTC
Application/Job Link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sandiego/jobs/5410396/aging-recreation-specialist?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Recreational Therapist (Part-Time) – PACE
Job Title: Recreational Therapist
Organization: Providence Pace-WA
Location (City, State): Everett, WA (just north of Seattle)
Employment Type: .6 or 24 hours a week, with room to increase hours as the program grows
Compensation: $ 29.62 – $ 45.31. hour
Application Deadline or Posting Expiration Date: No deadline
Application/Job Link: Recreational Therapist (Part-Time) – PACE
United Health Services for Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist all over the United States: https://jobs.uhsinc.com/careers/jobs?page=1&keywords=Certified%20Therapeutic%20Recreation%20Specialist&sortBy=relevance
Heritage Oaks Hospital is currently seeking a full-time Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) to join its team in Sacramento, California. Heritage Oaks is a locked, 125-bed psychiatric hospital serving individuals with a variety of behavioral health needs. Individuals interested in learning more about the position are encouraged to contact Kasey Jensen at kasey.jensen@uhsinc.com with any questions.
Job Posting: https://jobs.uhsinc.com/careers/
Instructions: Look in the job search bar on their website and search for “Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist.”You will find many job postings.
Therapeutic Recreational Therapist at Renown Health
Requisition ID: 183384
Department: Rehabilitation Hospital Therapy
Schedule: Full-Time – Eligible for Benefits
Shift: Day
Category: Allied Health
Link: https://www.renown.org/careers/183384-therapeutic-recreational-therapist
Renown Health is seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) to join its Rehabilitation Hospital Therapy team in Reno, Nevada. This full-time position offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a hospital-based rehabilitation setting. Please share with qualified Recreation Therapists who may be interested in this opportunity.
Position: Recreation Therapy Consultant
A consulting group is seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or Recreation Therapist Consultant (RTC) to provide recreation therapy consulting services. The consultant will conduct quarterly four-hour visits to six-bed residential homes serving adults with developmental disabilities and will complete written reports following each visit. There are currently ten homes in need of consulting services, located in Concord and Fairfield, California. Applicants must have experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
Those interested in the position are encouraged to contact Joni at Jonirt@aol.com for more information.
Activity Director Baywood Court • Castro Valley, CA
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $27.00 – $29.00 Hourly
Job Link: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/AA680EE3748722774CA58CA1E86361F1/jobs/204858
Crestwood Behavioral Health – Opportunities Across California
Crestwood Behavioral Health has positions available throughout California for both students and professionals who are looking for careers in behavioral health.
Current opportunities may include:
- Recovery Coach (Entry-Level Mental Health Aide)
- Program Specialist
- Recreation Therapy and Recreation Leadership Positions
- Director and Management Roles
Qualifications vary by position, so be sure to review each posting carefully. These roles offer excellent opportunities to gain experience in psychiatric and behavioral health settings while supporting individuals on their recovery journey.
Visit the Crestwood careers page to view current openings and application requirements.
Job Opportunity Links: https://workatcrestwood.com/#jobs
Now Hiring: Activity Therapist (CTRS or RTC Required) Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is seeking an Activity Therapist to join our Clinical Services team. This opportunity is ideal for newly certified or recent graduates with a CTRS or RTC credential who are interested in working in a behavioral health hospital setting. The Activity Therapist provides therapeutic recreation and activity-based interventions that support patient well-being as part of an interdisciplinary team. Apply here: https://apply.workable.com/bakersfield-behavioral-healthcare-hospital/j/0B4A9FD718/
Recreation Therapist – UCSF-Per Diem
University of California, San Francisco has an opening for a Recreation Therapist in San Francisco, CA.
- In-person position
More details and application link:
https://careers.ucsf.edu/careers/JobDetail/San-Francisco-CA-United-States/2534
Recreation Therapist- Corrections
CPS HR Consulting (Client Recruitments) • Elk Grove, CA
109,908–118,836 a year
Full-time
Dental insurance
Paid time off
County of Santa Clara- San Jose
Recreation Therapist II – Adolescent/Children Inpatient Psychiatric Services
Salary: $97,976.32 – $118,535.04 Annually
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://www.ziprecruiter.com/c/North-East-Medical-Services/Job/PACE-RECREATIONAL-THERAPIST/-in-San-Francisco,CA?jid=af6a85b285494153&utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic
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://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=3283
Recreation Therapist – Correctional Facility– California Correctional Health Care Services • Sacramento, CA
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $9,159–$9,903 per month
Job Link: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3060
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 Aide 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.
Apply here: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/ACECAA23C1BC2B6B21BFF64820A56481/jobs/303335
An entry-level position in adult mental health is currently open and available to fill 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
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, 9 am–5:30 pm
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/
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
Job openings all over the US: https://recruiting2.ultipro.com/TEL1006/JobBoard/2fcbb6f4-e717-17cb-9327-3dd87a55b08d/?q=&o=postedDateDesc&w=&wc=&we=&wpst=
Job Opportunity Links:
Now Hiring: Activity Therapist (CTRS or RTC Required) Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is seeking an Activity Therapist to join our Clinical Services team. This opportunity is ideal for newly certified or recent graduates with a CTRS or RTC credential who are interested in working in a behavioral health hospital setting. The Activity Therapist provides therapeutic recreation and activity-based interventions that support patient well-being as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Apply here: https://apply.workable.com/bakersfield-behavioral-healthcare-hospital/j/0B4A9FD718/
Recreation Therapist – UCSF-Per Diem
University of California, San Francisco has an opening for a Recreation Therapist in San Francisco, CA.
- In-person position
More details and application link:
https://careers.ucsf.edu/careers/JobDetail/San-Francisco-CA-United-States/2534
Recreation Therapist- Corrections
CPS HR Consulting (Client Recruitments) • Elk Grove, CA
109,908–118,836 a year
Full-time
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Recreation Therapist II – Adolescent/Children Inpatient Psychiatric Services
Salary : $97,976.32 – $118,535.04 Annually
Job Link: https://www.theladders.com/job/recreation-therapist-ii-countyofsantaclara-san-jose-ca_82793202?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic
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://www.ziprecruiter.com/c/North-East-Medical-Services/Job/PACE-RECREATIONAL-THERAPIST/-in-San-Francisco,CA?jid=af6a85b285494153&utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic
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://careers.sf.gov/classifications/?classCode=3283
Recreation Therapist – Correctional Facility
California Correctional Health Care Services • Sacramento, CA
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $9,159–$9,903 per month
Job Link: https://calcareers.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Exams/ExamBulletin.aspx?ExamControlId=3060
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.
Apply here: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/ACECAA23C1BC2B6B21BFF64820A56481/jobs/303335
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
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
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