Location: Susanville, CA

Start Date: 01-26-2026

End Date: 06-07-2026

Contract Type: Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day shift)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $65 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design and implement engaging therapeutic recreation programs tailored to mental health needs
• Lead group and individual activities that promote socialization, skill-building, and wellbeing
• Assess participants, develop individualized treatment goals, and document progress clearly
• Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary mental health team to coordinate care
• Provide supportive interventions and de-escalation when behavioral challenges arise
• Monitor safety, maintain a therapeutic environment, and follow facility protocols
• Track outcomes, evaluate program effectiveness, and suggest improvements
• Educate participants on coping strategies and healthy leisure choices
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with all documentation standards

Qualifications

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or eligible — certification preferred
• Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, Psychology, or related field (see Education)
• Experience working in mental health settings; experience in correctional or forensic settings is a plus
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to pass background checks and facility security clearances required for HDSP
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and reliable documentation practices
• Demonstrated skill leading groups and developing activity-based treatment plans

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, Psychology, or a closely related field; equivalent clinical experience considered

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of mental health conditions and therapeutic recreation principles
• Excellent group facilitation and activity planning skills
• Crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
• Good clinical documentation and outcome tracking abilities
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Basic computer literacy and comfort with electronic health records
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to engage diverse populations

Benefits

• Competitive pay with a 40-hour weekly guarantee to give you steady, predictable income
• Paid one-week orientation so you can hit the ground running with confidence
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy and smiling
• 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Paid Time Off to rest, recharge, and come back energized
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend and earn rewards
• A supportive interdisciplinary team that values your creativity and impact
• Continuing education opportunities and professional development support

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