Recreation Therapist

Recreation Therapist

Colorado Springs Pikes Peak Location - Colorado Springs, CO 80909 End Date 09/25/2026

Overview

Salary Range $23.94 - $27.53 Hourly Position Type Full Time

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: Recreation Therapists are responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive, outcomes-based recreation therapy program tailored to the goals as outlined in the care plan process that meet the needs of the frail elderly.

MISSION: Improving lives, Optimizing wellness, Promoting independence

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Supports the Recreation Therapy team in completing initial assessments, formulating the initial care plan, supporting appropriate 6-month documentation, and annual assessments. Daily documentation as assigned by the Recreation Therapy and Wellness Manager
• Develops engaging programs by consistently monitoring the diversity of the participants served and their interests/needs
• Drives the Recreation Therapy Wellness calendar based upon those interests/needs as identified in the initial care plans, assessments, and participant feedback
• Ability to provide recreation therapy co-treatments and strategies such as Leisure Education and Leisure Counseling to other program departments
• Provides training and programmatic feedback to Recreation/Wellness Assistants
• Leads and/or assists in large groups, small groups one-on-ones, and individual activities (exercise, arts and crafts, games, current events, sensory, etc.) with enthusiasm and purpose
• Assists in the organizing of special events
• Assists with preparing and cleaning up after activities
• Attends any other meetings regarding participant care as assigned by the Recreation Therapy and Wellness Manager
• Assists in the ordering of supplies for the department as requested and maintains equipment in good condition
• Maintains the confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about participants, clients or families
• Handles potentially infectious specimens with appropriate biohazard precautions, and practices universal precautions
• Other duties as requested/assigned

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Recreation/Therapeutic Recreation required
• CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) required
• One year of health care experience with a geriatric population
• Minimum 2 years solid program development and implementation preferred
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, standards, and techniques of Recreation Therapy
• Solid background in the care plan process doing assessments, identifying potential problem areas, developing subsequent goals and objectives
• Possess critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work closely with other departments to provide recreation therapy co-treatments/ interventions as needed
• Demonstrates effective conflict management skills during situations with clients, co-workers and family members while maintaining professionalism. Must be able to effectively enforce rules and regulations at all times
• Must be a flexible team player able to identify challenges and recommend resolutions
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision, meeting all deadlines
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate the ability to interact clearly and effectively with both internal and external customers

We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package including Medical and Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision Care, Wellness Program, Telemedicine Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Company Paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Company Paid Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Accidental Injury Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, 403(b) Savings Plan, Legal Shield and IDShield, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Time-Off plan. Such benefits are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or PRN/casual), job grade and length of service.