Recreational Therapist jobs in Ohio
Recreational Therapist plans and directs medically approved therapeutic recreational programs for patients. Organizes activities according to patients' capabilities, needs, and interests. Being a Recreational Therapist conducts programs including symptom management, basic conversation skills, community re-entry, sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts. Prepares reports for patients' physicians describing individual patient symptoms and reactions to therapeutic programs. Additionally, Recreational Therapist conducts activity therapy assessment of a patient's strengths and needs, and recommends therapeutic activity. Documents progress on each patient. Requires a license/certification to practice from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Requires to practice from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Recreational Therapist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Recreational Therapist jobs
Recreational Therapist
- NewVista Behavioral Health
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Columbus, OH
TEMPORARY
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New Vista is currently recruiting for a Recreational Therapy Aide at River Vista, a premier Behavioral Health Hospital Treatment Center.
WHO WE ARE:
The New Vista mission: Inspiring Hope, Restoring Peace of Mind, Healing Lives. At New Vista, our passionate and highly trained team of professionals inspires hope and delivers holistic care to those in need of behavioral health services in a contemporary and healing environment – one that is conducive to providing the life skills needed to regain stability and independence. With a blend of group therapy, clinical treatment, and unique surroundings, our beautiful healthcare centers provide a safe, serene, healing environment for adults and seniors with a variety of complex needs.
COME JOIN OUR TEAM AS A RECREATIONAL THERAPY AIDE AT RIVER VISTA!
THE ROLE:
The position of Recreation Therapy Aide provides individualized activity care and services for patients. The successful candidate for the activities position will be energetic, passionate, and creative.
PERKS AT WORK:
Team Members enjoy a variety of perks in working with the NewVista brand company. We offer competitive market wages along with a full, robust package for full time employees:
Healthcare Life Balance- Medical Packages with Rx – 3 Choices
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Dependent Day Care Spending Accounts
- Health Spending Accounts (HSA) with a company match
- Dental Care Program – 2 choices
- Vision Plan
- Life Insurance Options
- Accidental Insurances
- Paid Time Off Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Programs
- 401k with a Company Match
- Up to $15,000 in Tuition Reimbursements OR Student Loan forgiveness
- Mentoring Trainer Opportunities through our Horizon Mentorship Program
- Growth in Director and CEO positions through our Horizon Leadership Program
- Handle with Care Trainer – Certifications
- On the spot recognition Prizes
- Team Member of the Quarter
- Team Member of the Year
- Monthly Celebrations
- Team Member Recognition Cards
- High school diploma or GED
- Prior work/life experiences, preferably in a healthcare setting.
- Prior experience preferably with related software applications.
- Must be able to plan, organize, and conduct a variety of activities
- Basic computer literacy and skills.
- Must possess an active state driver’s license.
- 6 Days Ago
Recreational Therapist
- Signet Health
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Tiffin, OH
FULL_TIME
- OverviewSignet Health is actively interviewing to hire a certified Recreation/Activity Therapist for our program in Tiffin, Ohio.Signet offers a competitive compensation package and a robust benefits ...
- 7 Days Ago
Recreational Therapist
- NewVista Behavioral Health
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Cincinnati, OH
FULL_TIME
- Recreational Therapist, Full Time. Day Shift Position.CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) Certification RequiredNew Vista Health and Wellness is currently recruiting for qualified a Rec...
- 14 Days Ago
Recreational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab
- TriHealth Rehabilitation Hospital
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Cincinnati, OH
FULL_TIME
- Overview TriHealth Rehabilitation Hospital *A joint venture with Select Medical & TriHealth Hospital System* Cincinnati, OH Recreational Therapist Full-Time Day shift Responsibilities Job Duties Plans...
- 3 Days Ago
Behavioral Health Recreational Therapist
- ScionHealth
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Dayton, OH
FULL_TIME
- DescriptionScionHealth is committed to a culture of service excellence as demonstrated by our employees’ adherence to the service excellence principles of Pride, Teamwork, Compassion, Integrity, Respe...
- 4 Days Ago
Behavioral Health Recreational Therapist
- Kindred
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Dayton, OH
FULL_TIME
- DescriptionScionHealth is committed to a culture of service excellence as demonstrated by our employees’ adherence to the service excellence principles of Pride, Teamwork, Compassion, Integrity, Respe...
- 6 Days Ago
Recreational Therapist jobs at Popular Companies
Recreation Therapist
- SUNY Upstate Medical University
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Syracuse, NY
- Job Summary: The candidate selected for this Recreation Therapist position will provide recreation programs to patients ...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Recreational Therapist
- LifePoint Hospitals
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Marquette, MI
- Description Facility Name: MARQUETTE GEN HOSP Setting: OP FTE: Full Time City/State: Marquette, MI Lifepoint Rehabilitat...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Recreational Therapist
- Collage Rehabilitation Partners
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Augusta, GA
- Overview Join the excitement of a dynamic company committed to providing exceptional neurological rehabilitation. Collag...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
Recreational Therapist
- Nexus Health Systems
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Houston, TX
- POSITION SUMMARY: The Certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist is responsible for promoting the program's goals and mi...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Recreational Therapist
- University of Rochester
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Rochester, NY
- GENERAL PURPOSE: The Activities Therapist in the Adult Acute Inpatient Services is a member of the interdisciplinary tre...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Recreation Therapist
- CHI
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Council Bluffs, IA
- Overview At CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs patients are at the heart of our care. Our campus is designed to heal the bo...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Recreational Therapist
- Select Medical Corporation
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Scottsdale, AZ
- Overview HonorHealth Hospital Name * In affiliation with Select Medical* Scottsdale, AZ Recreational Therapist Per Diem ...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Recreation Therapist
- Granite Hills Hospital
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Milwaukee, WI
- Granite Hills Hospital is seeking a talented and dynamic Activity Therapist to join our team of dedicated healthcare pro...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Ohio
Ohio /oʊˈhaɪoʊ/ (listen) is a Midwestern state in the Great Lakes region of the United States. Of the fifty states, it is the 34th largest by area, the seventh most populous, and the tenth most densely populated. The state's capital and largest city is Columbus.
The state takes its name from the Ohio River, whose name in turn originated from the Seneca word ohiːyo', meaning "good river", "great river" or "large creek". Partitioned from the Northwest Territory, Ohio was the 17th state admitted to the Union on March 1, 1803, and the first under the Northwest Ordinance. Ohio is historically know...
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapist jobs
$55,308 to $68,717
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What does a Recreational Therapist do?
Recreational Therapist in Hopkinsville, KY
Recreational therapists use arts and crafts, animals, sports, games, dance and movement, drama, music, and community outings to help people who have disabilities and illnesses.
October 04, 2019
Recreational Therapist in Manchester, NH
A recreational therapist usually requires a bachelor’s degree in human anatomy, assessment, psychiatric and medical therapy, use of assistive devices and technology and the characteristics of illnesses and disabilities.
October 16, 2019
Recreational Therapist in Bradenton, FL
Recreational therapists are trained professionals that plan and assist patients in a variety of activities to enhance independent living skills, prevent secondary health conditions, and improve the quality of life.
November 17, 2019