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Recreational Therapist - Mental Health
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
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Recreational Therapist - Mental Health? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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