Top 28 Recreation therapist Jobs in Arlington, Tx

Certified Recreational Therapist, CTRS - Texas Behavioral Health Center
UT Southwestern —Dallas, TX
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Patient care
- 1 year
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
7d
Recreational Therapist
JPS Health Network —Fort Worth, TX
- Full-time
- Psychiatry
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
RECREATION THERAPIST (CERTIFIED) - PRN
Millwood Hospital —Arlington, TX
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Adults
- Inpatient
Activities Therapy Coordinator, Behavioral Health
Mesa Springs —Fort Worth, TX
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Geriatrics
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Activities Director / Life Enrichment Director
Town Village Crossing Independent Living —Arlington, TX
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Continuing education credits
- Health insurance
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2d
Recreation Therapist
Jasmine's Beat —Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
- $52.29 - $54.53 an hour
- Contract
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
- Flexible schedule
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5d
ACTIVITY DIRECTOR (FT)
PMG OPCO - RIDGMAR LLC —Fort Worth, TX
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Children
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Recreational Therapist
Lanai Therapies —Fort Worth, TX
- Email
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Expressive Therapist - Bachelor's Required
Medical City Alliance Mental Health —Fort Worth, TX
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
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Activity Therapist
Dallas Behavioral Healthcare Hospital —DeSoto, TX
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Recreational Therapist/PRN - Inpatient
Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation - Dallas Downtown Hospital —Dallas, TX
- $27 an hour
- PRN
- Inpatient
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
Life Enrichment Director (Activities)
The Jasper of Mansfield —Mansfield, TX
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
1d
Activities Therapy Coordinator PRN, Behavioral Health
Mesa Springs —Fort Worth, TX
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Geriatrics
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Recreational Therapist - Part Time
Cook Children's Health Care System —Fort Worth, TX
- Part-time
- Psychiatry
- BLS Certification
- Inpatient
Life Enrichment Coordinator/Activity Director
Skilled Nursing & Rehab Facility —Irving, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Skilled nursing facility
- Mid-level
- Older adults
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
1d
Activity Director
Glenview Wellness and Rehabilitation Center —Richland Hills, TX
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Rehabilitation center
- 1 year
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply
Rehab Therapy Tech II, CHW SUD, MHA, Pos. #440, Corpus Christi, TX
Nueces County MHMR Community Center —Texas
- $15.39 - $16.49 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- Mileage reimbursement
- Loan repayment program
Memory Care Activity Director
Juniper Communities —Dallas, TX
- From $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
Quick Apply
Assistant Director Campus Recreation & Wellness Promotion (Competitive Sports)
Texas Christian University —Fort Worth, TX
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Residential
11d
Part-Time Activity Therapist - Behavioral Hospital
Perimeter Healthcare —Arlington, TX
- $16 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Acute care
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
Quick Apply

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Certified Recreational Therapist, CTRS - Texas Behavioral Health Center

UT Southwestern -
Dallas, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
7 days ago

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Loan forgiveness
Childcare

Qualifications

Recreation therapy
CTRS

Full Job Description

Texas Behavioral Health Center
Join our team and help launch the first state psychiatric hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth, where innovative caregivers will make a lasting impact on behavioral health in Texas.

The Texas Behavioral Health Center is a newly completed state-funded psychiatric hospital opening in Dallas’ Southwestern Medical District that is owned by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and operated by UT Southwestern Medical Center.

When fully operational, the 505,000-square-foot facility will house 292 beds – 200 for adult patients and 92 for children and adolescents. As DFW’s first state-funded behavioral health hospital, it is designed to deliver state-of-the-art, patient-centered care in a modern and healing environment. The center provides comprehensive behavioral health treatment and features private patient rooms, abundant access to natural light and nature, and thoughtfully designed spaces that promote recovery. The hospital will also provide training to all behavioral health disciplines.

As employees of UT Southwestern, team members will join a world-class academic medical center committed to patient-centered care, innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and preparing patients for successful reintegration into their families and communities. With competitive benefits and a mission-driven culture, Texas Behavioral Health Center offers an unparalleled opportunity to make a lasting impact on mental health care in North Texas. Learn more about Texas Behavioral Health Center here!
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report , we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
Paid Time Off, available day one
Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Wellness programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
Work Schedule: 8:30am-5pm, weekend rotation. (As the team continues to grow, additional staffing is planned to support weekend operations, with the goal of reducing or eliminating weekend rotation requirements in the future.)

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required
Education
Graduate from accredited Therapeutic Recreation Therapy program

Licenses and Certifications
(CTRS) CER THERAPEUTC RECREATION SPEC - Certified as a CTRS by the NCTRC (National Council on Therapeutic Recreation Certification) Upon Hire

Preferred
Experience
1 year experience

JOB DUTIES
Conducts job duties in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Develops rapport with patients and their families using approach congruent with that of health care team for purpose of obtaining maximum participation in activities.
Develops activities plan reflecting cultural and religious interests of resident population and appeal to both men and women of all age groups. Posts activity plan for each resident in designated place within patient's room. Provides in room activities for patients confined to or choosing to remain in their room. Plans activities that reflects interests and ability levels of patient.
Determines and documents degree to which interventions achieve or enhance patient outcome.
Accepts additional responsibility. Assists willingly in coverage of other patients. Facilitates or offers assistance in transport of patients to group activities.
Advises manager of equipment needs so that appropriate items may be ordered in timely manner.
Develops discharge recommendations reflecting patients' interests and community resources available.
Demonstrates knowledge of contra-indications and/or safety issues with various patient types and applies them to treatment.
Instructs volunteers or staff in activities program plan. Solicits their help in working with patients on in-room activities.
Organizes patient treatment time efficiently. Organizes unscheduled time efficiently. Assists in on-job training, education, and supervision of Physical Therapy technicians, students and/or nursing.
Uses sound judgment in stressful and emergency situations involving patient, family, or staff. Represents hospital in professional manner at community function.
Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

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