Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Sign on bonus available!

Our job is hope.

Join a purpose-driven community of champions.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Art Therapy, or other related therapies
• Holds CTRS (preferred) or obtain within 2 years or has another approved recognized discipline- specific credential

Job Requirements:

• Valid driver's license
• Experience in experiential therapies and/or behavioral health setting (preferred)
• Must be emotionally and medically able to perform essential job responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of recreation, play, and leisure or art as they relate to health and human behavior across the lifespan
2. Evidence-based experiential therapy interventions for behavioral health
3. Group dynamics
4. Individual behavior in behavioral health setting
5. Motivational techniques
6. Clinical documentation

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Work hours prescribed by the program administrator and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
2. Develops, plans, implements, and evaluates group experiential therapy programming in designated treatment program/s under direct clinical supervision.
3. Completes documentation in the client record within prescribed time frame.
4. Participates with interdisciplinary clinical staffing and contributes to the client treatment plan.
5. Provides leadership in planning and implementing recovery enhancement and recreational activities.
6. Conduct staff education/trainings on the role of experiential therapies
7. Attends mandated facility training.
8. Provides courteous, high quality service to Rosecrance employees, representative of outside agencies and members of the public by providing accurate, complete and up-to-date information, in a courteous, efficient and timely manner.
9. Assume other related responsibilities as assigned by management.
10. Understand and comply with all of the principles established by the Rosecrance Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
11. Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.

Location:  Sioux City, Iowa

Schedule: To be determined; 8-hour shifts

Benefits: Rosecrance values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Salary based on education, experience, and credentials
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options to meet your needs
• 401(k) plan with employer match and discretionary employer contribution
• Group Life Insurance including LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance and licensure/certification reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave
• Referral program earning up to $1,000 per hire!
• Wellness plan with certain facilities offering an on-site gym
• Daily pay available through financial wellness provider: UKG Wallet

About Us:

Rosecrance has been at the forefront of providing behavioral health services for over a century. Our mission is to empower individuals and families to overcome substance abuse and mental health challenges through evidence-based therapies and compassionate care. Join us in our mission to foster lasting recovery and transform lives.

We are committed to providing careers that make a difference in the lives of the people we serve and the people we employ. We do this through the work we do, our core mission and values, our employee resources, and especially through our purpose-driven community of opportunity and hope.

Health and Safety:

Committed to upholding a drug-free environment, we prioritize the safety and well-being of both our employees and those under our care. Our zero-tolerance policy extends to all forms of drug use, including marijuana. As a part of our hiring process, candidates are required to undergo an occupational health screening, further ensuring the safety and security of our workplace community.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Rosecrance is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, skills, and experience relevant to the requirements of the position.

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