Recreational Therapist/Activities Director

Select Medical•O'Fallon, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital - Neuro Transitional Center in O'Fallon, Missouri is seeking a Recreational Therapist for its Neuro Transitional Center, which was expected to open in mid-first quarter of 2025. The 12-bed center provides intensive rehabilitation to people with acquired brain or spinal cord injuries who cannot safely return home after inpatient rehabilitation because of the severity of their impairments. The posting reports that 93% of patients return home at discharge and says the center will allow Missourians to receive this level of service in-state. This role follows an every-weekend schedule: either eight hours on Saturday or four hours each on Saturday and Sunday. The therapist plans and implements community integration, leisure, and functional structured activities based on patient needs, documents care in the electronic medical record, coordinates weekend activities with the rehab manager, and collaborates with the transdisciplinary team. The position may involve transporting patients on community outings. The employer describes its culture as team-oriented and collaborative and notes a nationwide network of more than 50,000 employees, with advancement and relocation opportunities. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer, including Disabled/Veterans.

Requirements

Baccalaureate degree in Therapeutic Recreation.
Current national certification from NCTRC as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).
Current State Driver’s License in good standing.
Certified experience in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement community integration activities and leisure and functional structured activities according to patient needs within the facility.
May transport patients on community outings.
Complete electronic medical record documentation.
Coordinate weekend activities with the rehab manager.
Participate in team conferences and collaborate with the transdisciplinary team.