Recreational Therapist jobs in Colorado

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)

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Recreational Therapist-Neuro-PRN
  • Collage Home and Community Rehabilitation Partners
  • Denver, CO OTHER
  • Overview

    Join the excitement of a dynamic company committed to providing exceptional neurological rehabilitation. Collage Home and Community Rehabilitation Partners is a growing organization dedicated to to excellence, honesty, and ethics in our treatment of our clients and each other. We provide treatment for traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, CVAs, and other neuro or complex ortho diagnosis in the most functional setting there is - a person's own home and community.

     

    We are looking for experienced Therapeutic Recreation Specialists who want to provide truly patient-centered care in the Denver, CO area - with PRN positions that accept patients for the duration of their stay available. Our interdisciplinary teams create integrated treatment plans that are practiced in patients homes and communities. Our therapists are creative in their approach and incorporate a variety of activities to ignite interest while addressing functional goals. This evidence-based approach results in durable outcomes.

     

    Why Work Here?

    Clinicians are backed by therapy-led leadership committed to Building Futures for our patients and staff.

    Collage Home and Community Rehabilitation Partners creates new paths forward after a neurological injury. We provide intensive, individualized services working one on one with our patients, building their skills in their own homes and communities. Patients are accepted anywhere on the continuum from severe brain injury to job readiness. Our experienced teams step up to the challenge of building a program that is just right for our patient's specific issues.

    PAY: $40-$50 an hour based on education and experience

    Responsibilities

    Areas of responsibility include but are not limited to:

    Evaluation, treatment and education of neuro-rehab patients including planning, organizing and coordination of recreation activities, functional leisure skills, and leisure education. Assess capabilities/interests/barriers. Monitor progress and recommend changes/modifications to program as required. Perform home assessments and assist the patients with transition to home and community.

    Qualifications

    Qualifications: 

     

    Completion of bachelor's in therapeutic recreation and CTRS designation is required. Experience in the treatment of neurologically related disorders is strongly preferred. Excellent planning, organization, writing and time management skills are required. Ability to communicate with families, professionals, and co-workers is a must.

     

    Collage Home and Community Is An Equal Opportunity Employer

     

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Activity Therapist-PRN (Music, Art, or Recreational)
  • UHS
  • LOUISVILLE, CO FULL_TIME
  • Responsibilities $5,000 Sign-on Bonus!We are looking for a Dynamic Activity Therapist (Dance/Movement, Art or Recreation Therapist) who will embrace the opportunity to have a positive impact on the li...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Emergency Vehicle Upfitting Technician - Entry level and up!
  • RECREATIONAL ELECTRICAL LLC
  • Loveland, CO FULL_TIME
  • Recreational Electrical LLC is seeking dedicated and versatile Emergency Vehicle Upfitting Technicians to join our team. Whether you're an entry-level enthusiast or an experienced professional, if you...
  • 20 Days Ago

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New Store! Store Manager
  • REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)
  • Loveland, CO FULL_TIME
  • Overview: The REI Co-op is opening a New Store in Loveland, CO, and we want you to join our team! This is a Full-Time, management position. REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebra...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Retail Department Manager
  • REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)
  • Dillon, CO OTHER
  • Overview: REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of the outdoors. When you work for the co-...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Store Sales Specialist
  • REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.)
  • Boulder, CO OTHER
  • Overview: Come shape the future of the outdoors REI Co-op is united around discovering, building and celebrating better ways of working in this world, all so that folks can find and pursue a love of t...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Recreational Therapist
  • Bakersfield Behavioral Healthcare Hospital
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary team, provide therapeutic interventions and recreational services to adults, ...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RECREATION THERAPIST
  • LifeBridge Health
  • Randallstown, MD
  • RECREATION THERAPIST Randallstown, MD NORTHWEST HOSPITAL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Full-time - Day shift - 8:00am-4:30pm Allied ...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RECREATION THERAPIST
  • LifeBridge Health
  • Baltimore, MD
  • RECREATION THERAPIST Baltimore, MD LEVINDALE HOSPITAL RECREATION Full-time - Day shift - 8:00am-4:30pm Allied Health 829...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreational Therapist
  • AvaMed Workforce
  • Tehachapi, CA
  • AvaMed Inc is a Healthcare Staffing Agency that staffs all of California State Correctional Facilities/CDCR. At the mome...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreational Therapist
  • Providence Health & Services
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Recreational Therapist San Pedro , California ReqID: 274393Job Category: RehabilitationWork Location: Providence Little ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreational Therapist
  • Mount Sinai Medical Center
  • Miami Beach, FL
  • Recreational Therapist As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care. Since 1949, Mount Sinai Med...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreation Therapist
  • Meaningful Day Services
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • Do you have a passion for helping individuals with developmental disabilities? Are you looking for a rewarding career wi...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreational Therapist
  • Sunrise Senior Living
  • Victoria, BC
  • Overview "It makes me feel good knowing that we make the residents’ lives better. We laugh with them, cry with them, sin...
  • 2/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

Colorado (/ˌkɒləˈrædoʊ, -ˈrɑːdoʊ/ (listen), other variants) is a state of the Western United States encompassing most of the southern Rocky Mountains as well as the northeastern portion of the Colorado Plateau and the western edge of the Great Plains. It is the 8th most extensive and 21st most populous U.S. state. The estimated population of Colorado was 5,695,564 on July 1, 2018, an increase of 13.25% since the 2010 United States Census. The state was named for the Colorado River, which early Spanish explorers named the Río Colorado for the ruddy silt the river carried from the mountains. The...
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapist jobs
$57,420 to $71,344

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