Outpatient Recreation/Recreational Therapist
Yakima Two Rivers Landing
Yakima, WA
5x8 hrs, Days

What are we looking for in a Recreational Therapist?
Recreational Therapists work as part of an integrated, multidisciplinary treatment team to provide recreational activities that help to improve and maintain clients’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Using a variety of outings, activities, and movement, the Recreation Therapist creates a therapeutic environment for clients to learn new skills and develop healthier modes of communication and expression. Recreation therapy is part of our integrated treatment model and is individualized to support each client’s needs and goals. This position is located at Two Rivers Landing, our inpatient facility for adolescents who are experiencing a mental health crisis or who require an extended period of intensive support. The program provides crisis stabilization, evaluation, and treatment utilizing a trauma-informed, evidence-based model of care. 

Recreation Therapist duties may include:

planning and organizing recreation activities & groups for all clients, including activities within the facility and out in the community
supporting and encouraging clients to acquire new skills and increase involvement in health-promoting leisure activities
instructing clients in activities including sports, art & crafts, relaxation techniques, and music, and properly supervising clients at all times
completing recreational therapy assessments for all clients in the children’s long-term inpatient program (CLIP) 
collaborating with each client to identify measurable treatment and recreational goals based on their needs, interests, and objectives
safely transporting clients in agency-owned or personal vehicles
assessing clients for safety and risk to self or others, and taking appropriate crisis intervention measures when indicated 
thorough and timely completion of required clinical documentation 
Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy
A valid Recreational Therapist Credential through the Department of Health is required
Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance
In compliance with state and federal law, Comprehensive Healthcare requires all candidates to complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check. Please refer to WAC 388-113-0020 through 388-113-0030 for information on criminal convictions and pending charges that automatically disqualify an individual from working for Comprehensive Healthcare. Please refer to RCW 49.44.240 for information on pre-employment drug screening.