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Recreation Therapist (LT) at California Correctional Health Care Services

Wayne State University
place Fayetteville, 28314
local_atm $98028 - $98028 yearly
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
ECT
Families
Inmates
School
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials

About Job

Recreation Therapist in Beautiful Coastal Northern California

Limited Term 12 months; may be extended up to 24 months or become permanent.

You became a Recreation Therapist to help improve lives. Imagine the impact you can make with California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS)!

Increased Salaries are Just the Beginning…

The past few years have seen dramatic shifts in the health care landscape. The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)/CCHCS is poised to meet the evolving clinical care demands of our patient population while responding to the day-to-day needs of our dedicated Recreation Therapists.

Salary ** $98,028 - $115,380/year

Additional Benefits of Working with CDCR/CCHCS

  1. Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Teams within a Community of Colleagues
  2. Rewarding Work with an underserved patient population
  3. Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  4. Safety and Security provided by professional, well-trained Correctional Officers
  5. Generous Paid Time Off and Holiday Schedule
  6. Robust retirement plans, including 401(k), 457(b), and State of California Pension – visit CalPERS.ca.gov for retirement formulas
  7. Dedicated Assistance with Visa Sponsorship
  8. Wide variety of Geographic Settings including the Northern California Coast, San Francisco Bay Area, California Capitol, and Southern California

Explore Opportunities in Crescent City

We currently have opportunities at Pelican Bay State Prison in the charming town of Crescent City. Nestled near the Oregon border, this area is surrounded by ancient redwoods, pristine rivers, and the rugged Pacific coast. Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventure, restorative time amid nature, or a small-town lifestyle for your family, Crescent City may be just the spot to take advantage of your newfound work-life balance with CCHCS.

Special **

  1. Current certification or eligibility from the California Board of Recreation and Parks and/or the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification, Inc.
  2. Graduation with a bachelor’s degree (minimum) in recreation therapy or recreation and leisure studies from an accredited college or university.

We look forward to seeing your application and exploring how you can make a meaningful difference with CCHCS!



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Recommended Skills

  • Clinical Works
  • Multidisciplinary Approach
  • Recreation
  • Team Working
  • Rehabilitations
  • Safety Principles

Recommended Skills

  • Clinical Works
  • Multidisciplinary Approach
  • Recreation
  • Team Working
  • Rehabilitations
  • Safety Principles

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Families

Practice Specifics

Populations

Inmates
School

Settings

Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Residential Treatment Facilities (RTC)
Substance Abuse Treatment Facilities
Home Health/In-home
Corrections
Jails/Prisons
Forensic