Recreational Therapist

6 days ago


Crows Landing, California, United States AvaMed Workforce Full time

AvaMed Workforce is seeking a skilled Recreational Therapist to join our team at a correctional facility in Coalinga, CA.

Salary: $58/hr (W2/traveler)

Job Overview

We are a leading Healthcare Staffing Agency staffs all of California State Correctional Facilities/CDCR. As a Recreational Therapist, you will play a vital role in developing and implementing specialized recreation therapy services for Patient-Inmates and/or DJJ Youth.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement therapeutic interventions to promote social interaction, encourage beneficial utilization of leisure time, and provide preparation for reentry into general population or other levels of treatment.

  • Participate in the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDTT) and coordinate services with primary clinicians, correctional counselors, and other custody personnel.

  • Evaluate recreation therapy needs for Patients-Inmates and/or DJJ Youth, focusing on activities of daily living, communication skills, physical exercise, and positive coping strategies.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must be a licensed Recreational Therapist with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You should be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.