About the position
SSM Health Day Institute (Neuro Rehab) in Bridgeton, MO is seeking a Full-Time Recreational Therapist (Float Position) who is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). The position offers a set schedule from Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with a pay range of $20 to $29.73 based on experience. The SSM Health Physical Therapy Rehab Network is expanding and has immediate openings for an Activity/Recreational Therapist to plan, direct, and coordinate recreational-based treatment programs for patients in Physical Therapy Rehabilitation. This role emphasizes a healthy work-life balance with manageable caseload expectations, allowing for the best care and a rewarding career. The organization is recognized for its excellent orientation and training programs and has been awarded as one of the “Top Workplaces” in St. Louis.
Responsibilities
- Plans and implements appropriate recreation activities for patients in accordance with guidelines set by the organization, hospital, and the profession.
- Responsible for provision of therapeutic recreation intervention for an assigned caseload.
- Ensures all patients are oriented to recreation therapy and provides hospital-wide leisure, social, and divergent programs.
- Serves as an educator to patients on community resources.
Requirements
- Bachelors Degree in Therapeutic Recreation required.
- Current national certification from NCTRC as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or eligible to take the exam required.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Prescription coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Days (EID)
- A 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Personal and Family Medical Leave
- Excellent Orientation Program
