Recreation Therapist - CTRS

Recreation Therapist (RECT) – Correctional Facility | San Diego, CA | Full-Time
Schedule: Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and implement individualized recreation therapy programs tailored to each patient’s needs.
• Enhance patients’ social interaction, coping strategies, physical fitness, and daily living skills through structured activities.
• Facilitate patient reintegration into the general population or transition to other levels of care.
• Conduct individualized evaluations to assess patient needs in the following areas:
• Activities of daily living
• Communication and social skills
• Physical activity and exercise routines
• Behavioral interventions and coping mechanisms
• Collaborate with clinical and custodial staff during Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDTT) meetings to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care.
• Promote continuity of therapeutic services and patient progress across different care settings.

Qualifications

Experience:

• Minimum of 24 continuous months of experience within the last 3 years providing recreation therapy services in a similar setting (public or private institution).
• Internship experience does not count toward the required experience.

Licensure/Certification:

• Must hold all valid and current licenses, permits, and/or certifications required for the position.

Language Proficiency:

• Must be proficient in spoken and written English to ensure effective communication and proper coordination of care.
• Candidates who do not meet this standard will not be permitted to perform services.

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to provide meaningful therapeutic care within a correctional setting.
• Collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team environment.
• Make a positive impact by promoting patient rehabilitation and well-being.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $65.00 - $68.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Work Location: In person