Recreational Therapist
Location: Tehachapi, California
Start Date: 12-29-2025
End Date: 06-07-2026
Shift Type: Tuesday-Friday, 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Day). Alternate schedule option during orientation: Tuesday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM. Day shift
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $64 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 meaningful recreational therapy programs tailored to individuals with mental health needs
- Assess patient strengths and goals, then create measurable treatment plans that support recovery
- Facilitate group and individual sessions that build social skills, coping strategies, and resilience
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate therapeutic activities into overall care
- Document progress clearly and professionally to support continuity of care and outcomes tracking
- Maintain safety, therapeutic boundaries, and a respectful environment for all participants
- Adapt activities to meet varying abilities and behavioral needs within a correctional mental health setting
Qualifications
- Hands-on experience in Recreational Therapy and working with mental health populations (matches core skills)
- Preferred: Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or equivalent certification
- Experience or comfort working in a correctional or secure facility is a strong plus
- Strong group facilitation skills and experience developing individualized treatment plans
- Able to complete required facility background checks and screenings
Education
- Degree in Recreational Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, or related human services field preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in activity planning, group facilitation, and behavior management
- Knowledge of therapeutic recreation principles and mental health interventions
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities
- Ability to collaborate effectively with clinical teams and correctional staff
- Flexibility, reliability, and professional boundary-setting in challenging environments
Benefits
- Competitive pay with a guaranteed 40 hours/week — steady, reliable earnings you can count on
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision options to keep you and your family covered
- 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
- Paid Time Off to recharge and come back energized
- Paid orientation week so you can learn the ropes with support
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
- A collaborative, supportive team that values your skills and wellbeing
- Referral bonus program — bring a friend, earn a reward
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.
Hashtags
#RecreationalTherapistJobs #TehachapiCAJobs #MentalHealthJobs #UHCCareers #CorrectionalFacilityJobs #TherapyJobs #HealthcareJobs #RegistryCoverage #RehabJobs
