Clinical Internship | Recreational Therapy

Valley Behavioral Health Incorporated • Taylorsville, UT

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About The Position

The Recreational Therapist intern works under the direct supervision of a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist (CTRS), providing recreational therapy services to individuals with mental health challenges and supporting the implementation of evidence-based therapeutic recreational programs.

The internship is intended for students completing a Clinical Rotation or Clinical Internship as part of a recreational therapy degree program. Students can gain hands-on experience with the services provided, receive mentorship from leaders, and participate in professional development in preparation for the workforce. The placement is unpaid and requires the intern to be physically located in Utah for its duration. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; weekend and evening hours are not available.

Requirements

• Be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate program working toward a Recreational Therapy degree.
• Meet all NCTRC criteria to begin a Clinical Rotation or Clinical Internship.
• Be in good standing and meet affiliated university requirements to begin a Clinical Rotation or Clinical Internship.
• For a Clinical Rotation, be enrolled in a mental health class.
• For a Clinical Internship, have completed all necessary coursework.
• Be physically located in Utah for the duration of the placement.

Responsibilities

• Provide recreational therapy services to individuals with mental health challenges under the direct supervision of a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist (CTRS).
• Support the implementation of evidence-based therapeutic recreational programs.

Benefits

• Mentorship and hands-on experience.
• Professional development in preparation for the workforce.
• Potential to transition into full-time employment, pending successful internship.
• Inclusive environment that welcomes authentic self-expression, including body artwork, piercings, and cultural forms of expression.
• Opportunity to positively affect communities in need.
• Participation in events and celebrations.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed