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Recreational Therapist
Location: Coalinga, CA
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Thursday, 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM (4x10 schedule), Day shift
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 therapeutic recreation groups and activities that support mental health goals
- Assess participant needs and create individualized treatment/recreation plans
- Document progress, outcomes, and treatment notes accurately and timely
- Collaborate with mental health and custodial teams to coordinate care and safety
- Adapt activities to meet the needs of a correctional population with dignity and respect
- Monitor participants for behavioral changes and provide appropriate interventions
- Contribute to program development, events, and community reintegration planning
- Support orientation and training efforts to maintain program consistency
Qualifications
- Experience in recreational therapy or therapeutic recreation with a focus on mental health
- Certification or credential in recreational therapy or Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) preferred
- Comfort working within a correctional facility and following facility security protocols
- Strong documentation skills and familiarity with clinical record-keeping
- Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
- Ability to pass required background checks and facility clearances
Education
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, or a related field preferred
Knowledge & Skills
- Skilled in group facilitation and activity planning for diverse needs
- Knowledge of behavioral management and crisis de-escalation techniques
- Familiarity with mental health treatment modalities and therapeutic goals
- Strong communication and collaboration with clinical teams
- Cultural sensitivity and trauma-informed care approach
- Time management and organizational skills for program documentation
Benefits
- Generous travel reimbursement and housing support to make relocation simple
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options to keep you healthy
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement so you can stay current
- Paid time off to recharge and stay balanced
- Access to professional development and continuing education
- A supportive multidisciplinary team that values your contributions
- Referral rewards for bringing great teammates on board
- Flexible scheduling during orientation and a predictable weekday rhythm
- Comprehensive onboarding so you hit the ground confident
Travel Perks: Explore Coalinga, CA
This contract places you in Coalinga, a gateway to Central California exploration. Enjoy nearby outdoor options like hiking and wildlife viewing at regional open spaces and the Carrizo Plain area, scenic drives into the Central Valley and easy weekend trips to Fresno for restaurants and cultural activities. Local farmers markets and small-town flavor make for a relaxed, authentic experience on your days off.
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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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