Top 23 Recreation therapist Jobs in San Mateo Ca

Art/Drama/Dance/Music/Recreation Therapist
University of California San Francisco —San Francisco, CA
- Management
- Psychiatry
- Addiction Medicine
Activities Director
CAMINAR —Redwood City, CA
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Bachelor of Science
- English
- Wellness program
- Commuter assistance
Participant Engagement Manager
Institute on Aging —San Francisco, CA
- $120,000 - $127,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
Pediatric Occupational Therapy II
Sutter Health —San Mateo, CA
- $61.91 - $86.67 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Patient monitoring
- Hospital
11d
Recreation Leader – FALL 2026 (Afterschool, Therapeutic Recreation, Cultural Arts) - Recreation & Parks (3279, TEX As-Needed)
City and County of San Francisco —San Francisco, CA
- Part-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Continuing education credits
6d
PACE RECREATIONAL THERAPIST
NORTH EAST MEDICAL SERVICES —San Francisco, CA
- $34.37 - $38.85 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Lead Rehab Therapist
Subacute Treatment for Adolescent Rehabilitation Services, Inc. —Redwood City, CA
- $77,755.92 - $93,307.10 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Inpatient
- Mid-level
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
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4d
PACE ACTIVITY COORDINATOR
NORTH EAST MEDICAL SERVICES —San Francisco, CA
- $32.08 - $36.15 an hour
- Full-time
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Activities Director
Camino Ridge Post-Acute —Mountain View, CA
- $66,560 - $74,800 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Skilled nursing facility
- Surgery
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Rehab Therapist - Mental Health 105
Telecare Corporation —Redwood City, CA
- $33 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
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Part Time Rehab Therapist - Mental Health 155
Telecare Corporation —Oakland, CA
- $29.93 - $36.98 an hour
- Part-time
- Psychiatry
- Bachelor of Science
- Adults
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Rehab Therapist - Mental Health 154
Telecare Corporation —Castro Valley, CA
- $29.93 - $36.98 an hour
- Overnight shift
- Bachelor of Science
- Driver's License
- Rehabilitation center
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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4d
Child Life Specialist - Per Diem
University of California San Francisco —San Francisco, CA
- Per diem
- Education
- Children
- Pediatrics
CHILD LIFE SPEC 2 EX
University of California San Francisco —Oakland, CA
- Management
- Mid-level
- Education
Activity Leader
On Lok —Fremont, CA
- $26.45 - $35.26 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- English
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
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Marriage and Family Therapist - Certified Art Therapist
Izzo Marriage & Family Therapy PC —San Mateo, CA
- $50 - $67 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Private practice
- LMFT
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- COVID-19 protective measures
- Disability insurance
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Activities Director
Oakland Heights Senior Living —Oakland, CA
- $23 an hour
- Bachelor's degree
- First Aid Certification
- Team management
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4d
Rehab Therapist (on call) - Mental Health 155
Telecare Corporation —Oakland, CA
- $29.93 - $36.98 an hour
- Part-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Adults
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Cell Therapy Specialist II
Arsenal Biosciences —San Francisco, CA
- $84,900 - $104,000 a year
- On call
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
13d
Rehab Therapist - Skilled Nursing - Mental Health 101
Telecare Corporation —Hayward, CA
- $29.93 - $36.98 an hour
- Part-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Art/Drama/Dance/Music/Recreation Therapist

University of California San Francisco -
San Francisco, CA

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Job Details

Qualifications

Collaborate with healthcare professionals
Recreation therapy
Group facilitation in therapy
Client rapport building
Presentations for conferences or internal meetings
Individual therapy
Care documentation
Psychological support for patients
Emotional support for patients
Relationship management
Participating in conferences
Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning
Working with families
Working with individuals with mental health conditions
Patient interaction
Experiential group therapy facilitation
Patient treatment
Managing patient records
Group counseling

Full Job Description

Provides comprehensive rehabilitation therapy assessment and treatment interventions for adult psychiatric inpatients in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Plans, develops, and implements individual and group therapy sessions for adult inpatients. Primary responsibilities include: conducting group and individual therapy with patients; maintaining accurate and up-to-date charting; maintaining supplies and organizing inventory, supporting community and donor relations; and supervising interns and volunteers. Provides patient and/or family education regarding independent living skills, including self-care, socialization, leisure and coping skills. Provides specialized clinical groups and interventions including music, drama, art therapy as well as dual diagnosis/substance abuse, pain management.

Department:

Langley Porter Psychiatric Hospital

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree required (as per requirements of the profession).
Certification or Registration in field of expertise or certification/registration eligible (see Required Licenses/Certifications).
Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC)
- Board Certified (or certification eligible) Art Therapist (ATR-BC)
- Registered (or registration eligible) Drama Therapist (RDT)
- Board Certified (or certification eligible) Dance Movement Therapist (BC-DMT)
- Registered (or registration eligible) Expressive Arts Therapist (REAT)
- Certified Recreation Therapy Specialist (CTRS)
Certification/registration eligible applies to Rec therapist 2.
Certification or registration is required for Rec therapist 3.
Experience working with adults in individual and group-based interventions in psychiatric treatment of at least two years in duration (one year of experience if internship completed within the hiring department)
Demonstrates skills, knowledge, and ability in developmentally and age/population appropriate interventions.
Demonstrates ability to assess individual patients’ developmental level, general medical condition, psych-social needs, and capabilities.
Provides patients with opportunities for expressing their individual thoughts and feelings and provide support as part of patients’ therapeutic support system.
Demonstrates compassion and understanding in order to build a relationship of rapport and trust with patients and their families.
Ability to communicate pertinent information and concerns, and coordinate goals with medical staff for optimum health outcomes.
Demonstrates ability to plan and facilitate therapy groups.
Demonstrates skills in oral and written communication that will allow preparation of medical record documentation, oral presentation, and conference presentations.

Rec therapist 3 requires all the above plus the following:

Experience working with adults in individual and group-based intervention in psychiatric treatment of at least five years in duration.

PREFERRED:

Experience working with people who have acute/severe mental illness.
Experience providing evidence-based treatments to psychiatrically acute patients in similar clinical setting.

Rec therapist 3 preferred qualifications include all the above plus the following:

Experience in mentoring and supervision

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BC)

Board Certified (or certification eligible) Art Therapist (ATR-BC)
Registered (or registration eligible) Drama Therapist (RDT)
Board Certified (or certification eligible) Dance Movement Therapist (BC-DMT)
Registered (or registration eligible) Expressive Arts Therapist (REAT)
Certified Recreation Therapy Specialist (CTRS)

Certification/registration eligible applies to Rec therapist 2.
Certification or registration is required for Rec therapist 3.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values .

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here .

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

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