CTRS / Therapeutic Recreational Specialist

BrightSpring Health Services•Austin, TX

About The Position

Rehab Without Walls is seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreational Therapist (CTRS) for its Home & Community Neurorehabilitation program in Austin, Texas. The role provides client-centered, functional therapy to help clients work toward real-life goals. It offers clinical autonomy, schedule flexibility, and support from a collaborative interdisciplinary team. The specialist evaluates patients, develops and adjusts treatment plans, plans therapeutic recreation and leisure activities, and supports community reintegration. The role also involves monitoring and documenting patient progress, communicating with the treatment team and others involved in care, and maintaining required clinical and billing documentation. Rehab Without Walls is an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services. Its neurorehabilitation program provides care in clients’ homes and communities, as well as workplaces and schools, to help people—primarily those affected by brain injury, spinal cord injury, or stroke—regain functional capabilities and independence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation Therapy, or equivalent.
Maintain certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreational Therapist (CTRT) through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC).
Maintain a professional license and/or certification if required by the state of practice.
At least two years of therapeutic therapy experience and therapeutic recreation program design experience.
Experience working with patients with neurologic or orthopedic injuries or conditions.
Effective and professional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Reliable transportation and ability to travel daily to and from multiple assignments or locations.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive evaluations, assess patient needs, and set measurable objectives and goals in conjunction with the rehabilitation team.
Adjust treatment to achieve the greatest possible independence and functional outcomes.
Plan, organize, and coordinate recreation activities, functional leisure skills, and leisure education.
Interview patients to assess their capabilities, interests, and barriers.
Monitor patient progress and recommend program changes or modifications as necessary.
Design community reintegration activities that address patients’ physical and cognitive needs during recreational and leisure activities.
Help patients understand their needs and limitations and how to manage them during functional activities.
Regularly reassess treatment effectiveness, progress toward goals, and the need to modify goals or treatment.
Communicate patient needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, patient, family members, and others as applicable.
Observe, document, and report changes in the condition or status of people receiving services to the Clinical Coordinator, Program Manager or DCM, attending physician, and other treatment team members.
Consult with medical providers regarding patient evaluations, treatment, progress, and discharge from treatment.
Maintain and submit evaluation, treatment, and billing documentation in required formats and timelines.
Follow the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, policies, HIPAA and Corporate Compliance programs, professional practice standards, and applicable state and federal laws.
As needed, work with rehabilitation specialists by instructing them in patient-related activities under the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist’s supervision.
Perform other duties as assigned.