Recreational Therapist jobs in Louisiana

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 - CTRS
  • BEACON BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT SERVICES
  • Orleans, LA FULL_TIME
  • Beacon Behavioral Support Services is one of the largest and most established behavioral health programs in Louisiana. For 25 years, Beacon employs caring staff at locations across southeast Louisiana: Baton Rouge, Metairie, Slidell, Hammond, Bogalusa, Bunkie, Opelousas, and Lutcher. We currently provide inpatient programs and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) that provide therapy to those struggling with emotional disorders, substance abuse, and mental disorders. Over the past 2 years, Beacon has expanded its service line to partner with Psychiatric Private Practices in TX, AR, MS, FL.

    Beacon’s mission, “to provide unsurpassed patient care in a compassionate, cost-effective, and ethical manner,” has been, and will always be, the cornerstone of Beacon’s success. To fulfill this mission, Beacon Behavioral Hospital seeks dedicated, compassionate, and professional staff in a variety of roles within behavioral health services. For You. For Them. There is Help.

    What makes Beacon Behavioral Health a great choice?

    At Beacon, we are a growing family and we understand the importance of striking a balance between family and professional life. It is our goal to provide full-time employees with:

    • Competitive salary
    • Professional development training available
    • Comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and 401k
    • Work-life balance.
    • Organizational growth opportunities
    • Rewards and Employee Recognition programs

    Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Pre-employment screenings and verification of credentials (if applicable) is required prior to the start date.

    Beacon uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

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Music/Recreational Therapist
  • Northlake Behavioral Health System
  • Mandeville, LA FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary:Responsible for provision of structured groups and activities utilizing therapeutic tool and focusing on self-awareness, self-expression, coping strategies and social interaction. The...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Recreational Therapist - CTRS
  • Beacon Behavioral Hospital
  • Orleans, LA FULL_TIME
  • Beacon Behavioral Support Services is one of the largest and most established behavioral health programs in Louisiana. For 25 years, Beacon employs caring staff at locations across southeast Louisiana...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Recreational Therapist - Perinatal Mental Health Unit - Days - Full-time
  • Woman's Hospital
  • Baton Rouge, LA FULL_TIME
  • The Woman’s Hospital Perinatal Mental Health Unit is the state’s first inpatient pregnancy and postpartum psychiatric unit. The unit will have a dedicated focus on adult perinatal women with acute men...
  • 20 Days Ago

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THERAPIST
  • LUMCFS
  • Sulphur, LA FULL_TIME
  • Therapist (PLPC, LPC, LMSW, LCSW) Salaried position: $50,000 - $56,000 Hours: Mon-Fri 8-5 Job Summary: Louisiana Methodist Children’s Home of SWLA is seeking an empathetic, passionate, and caring PLPC...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Therapist
  • Perimeter Healthcare - Job Board
  • Kenner, LA FULL_TIME
  • Are you looking to be a part of providing hope and transforming the lives of people in our community? Be a part of a professional team providing service excellence to their patients by applying to our...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Recreation Therapist
  • SUNY Upstate Medical University
  • 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

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Recreational Therapist
  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • 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

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Recreational Therapist
  • Collage Rehabilitation Partners
  • Augusta, GA
  • Overview Join the excitement of a dynamic company committed to providing exceptional neurological rehabilitation. Collag...
  • 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreational Therapist
  • Nexus Health Systems
  • 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

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Recreational Therapist
  • University of Rochester
  • 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

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Recreation Therapist
  • CHI
  • 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

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Recreational Therapist
  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • Overview HonorHealth Hospital Name * In affiliation with Select Medical* Scottsdale, AZ Recreational Therapist Per Diem ...
  • 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreation Therapist
  • Granite Hills Hospital
  • 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

Louisiana is bordered to the west by Texas; to the north by Arkansas; to the east by Mississippi; and to the south by the Gulf of Mexico. The state may properly be divided into two parts, the uplands of the north, and the alluvial along the coast. The alluvial region includes low swamp lands, coastal marshlands and beaches, and barrier islands that cover about 20,000 square miles (52,000 km2). This area lies principally along the Gulf of Mexico and the Mississippi River, which traverses the state from north to south for a distance of about 600 mi (970 km)) and empties into the Gulf of Mexico; ...
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapist jobs
$53,781 to $66,820

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