Top 15 Recreation therapist Jobs in Elgin, Il

Recreation/Activity Therapist
Mercy Medical Center —Aurora, IL
- $22.93 - $33.21 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Music Therapist (MT-BC)
School of Expressive Arts and Learning —Elgin, IL
- From $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Activity Director
Abbington Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center —Roselle, IL
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Special Recreation Association Specialist
West Suburban Special Recreation Association —Franklin Park, IL
- $48,780 - $55,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Senior Manager of Recreation
Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association —Crystal Lake, IL
- $61,500 - $73,800 a year
- Seasonal
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- 5 years
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Activity Director - Deerfield, IL
Deerfield Supportive Living —Deerfield, IL
- $23 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
- Older adults
- Communication skills
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Assistant Activity Director
Illinois School District U-46 —Elgin, IL
- Spanish
- Management
- High school
Middle School Assistant Athletic and Activities Director
Illinois School District U-46 —Elgin, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
Recreation Specialist - School Collabs/Sensory Room
WSSRA —Franklin Park, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Management
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Activity Director
Alden Terrace of McHenry Rehabilitation and Health Care Center —McHenry, IL
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- English
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Memory Support Coordinator
Covenant Living of Northbrook —Northbrook, IL
- $19.13 - $25.43 an hour
- Full-time
- Nursing
- Skilled nursing facility
- RN License
- 403(b) matching
- AD&D insurance
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Recreation Specialist
NORTHWEST SPECIAL RECREATION ASSN —Rolling Meadows, IL
- $43,482 - $45,482 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
Activity Director - Aurora
High Point Residence —Aurora, IL
- $17 an hour
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Older adults
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Pediatric Art Therapist
Advocate Aurora Health —Park Ridge, IL
- $28.55 - $42.85 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Outpatient experience

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Recreation/Activity Therapist

Mercy Medical Center -
Aurora, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$22.93 - $33.21 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Therapeutic Recreation
Therapeutic creative process
Recreation therapy
Skilled nursing facility experience
Patients with physical disabilities
Music activities for care recipients
Resident hobbies assistance
Mid-level
Master's degree
Bachelor's degree
CTRS
Implementing behavioral health therapy programs
Wellness activities for care recipients
Sports
Working with individuals with mental health conditions
1 year
Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy

Full Job Description

Overview:

Department: Behavioral Health

Shift: Full-Time; Days

Facility: Mercy Medical Center

Location: Aurora, IL

Responsibilities:

Conducts a therapeutic recreation program within the hospital to facilitate rehabilitation of the physically and mentally disabled. The Activity Therapist directs patient participation in selected activities such as games, social activities, sports or music to create an atmosphere of sociability, to provide a means of creative expression and to facilitate the learning skills for recreating during hospitalization and after discharge in the community. Creates an environment that allows the patient to explore his/her own potential, cultivate positive morale and minimize distress of illness.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Is Board Certified in Recreation Therapy(required) or Art Therapy or Expressive Arts Therapy (certification preferred) or related field.

2. Bachelor or master’s degree in Recreation Therapy or Art Therapist Therapy or Expressive Arts Therapy or related field.

3. Minimum one (1) year experience in Behavioral Healthcare, rehabilitative or SNF setting preferred.

Pay Transparency:

Mercy Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $22.93 to $33.21. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status: Full Time Shift: Days Equal Employment Opportunity:

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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