Job description
Recreational Therapist
Location: Susanville, California
Start Date: 06-29-2026
End Date: 01-10-2027
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Tuesday or Thursday-Friday, 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Hours per Week: 20
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 lead therapeutic recreation programs that promote mental wellness
- Create engaging activities tailored to each patient's unique needs and goals
- Collaborate with the mental health team to support holistic treatment plans
- Document progress and celebrate every milestone with your patients
- Foster a safe, supportive environment where healing and growth happen
Qualifications
- Current Recreational Therapist certification or license
- Experience working in mental health settings preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build rapport and inspire patients
- Reliable transportation and flexibility for the contract period
Knowledge & Skills
- Therapeutic recreation techniques
- Mental health recovery principles
- Activity planning and facilitation
- Patient assessment and documentation
- Team collaboration and communication
Benefits
- Generous housing stipend
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401K retirement savings plan
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off to recharge
- Travel reimbursement
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement
- Referral bonus program
- A supportive team that values YOU
Travel Perks: Explore Susanville, California
Discover the stunning Sierra Nevada mountains, enjoy hiking and fishing at Eagle Lake, explore historic downtown Susanville, and take weekend trips to nearby Reno for entertainment and dining
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Recreational Therapist? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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Why UHCS
Weekly or bi-weekly pay, medical/dental/vision, a SIMPLE IRA with employer contribution, tests paid on qualifying assignments with payroll deduction available, and one recruiter who stays with you for the whole assignment — reachable after hours. Every placement is credentialed to Joint Commission standards, so your packet is accepted the first time.