Recreational Therapist jobs in Chillicothe, OH

Recreational Therapist plans and directs medically approved therapeutic recreational programs for patients. Organizes activities according to patients' capabilities, needs, and interests. Being a Recreational Therapist conducts programs including symptom management, basic conversation skills, community re-entry, sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts. Prepares reports for patients' physicians describing individual patient symptoms and reactions to therapeutic programs. Additionally, Recreational Therapist conducts activity therapy assessment of a patient's strengths and needs, and recommends therapeutic activity. Documents progress on each patient. Requires a license/certification to practice from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Requires to practice from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Recreational Therapist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Recreational Therapist - Causal (as needed) Adena Greenfiled
  • Adena Health
  • Greenfield, OH PART_TIME

  • The Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist is responsible for direct patient care evaluating and treating a variety of individuals based upon setting. The successful candidate will exhibit strong customer service skills, clinical skills, and patient outcomes and must practice with high moral and professional standards and be driven toward continuous professional development. Effective time management and teamwork skills are an essential quality that will allow success in contributing to the operation of the inpatient unit.  Directs patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce and enhance performance, thereby assisting patients to attain their maximum level of functional independence within home and community.  

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    The Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist is responsible for direct patient care evaluating and treating a variety of individuals based upon setting. The successful candidate will exhibit strong customer service skills, clinical skills, and patient outcomes and must practice with high moral and professional standards and be driven toward continuous professional development. Effective time management and teamwork skills are an essential quality that will allow success in contributing to the operation of the inpatient unit.  Directs patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce and enhance performance, thereby assisting patients to attain their maximum level of functional independence within home and community.   

    Bachelor's Degree

    Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - Must have or be able to test for and successfully complete certification within 6 months of hire.

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Physical Therapist Physical Therapist
  • Triage Staffing
  • Washington, OH OTHER
  • Start Date: ASAP Shift: 12H Days ( 7:00 AM-7:00 PM )Location: Washington Court House, OHLength: 13 weeksWeekly Hours: 36.0Beds: New Grads WelcomeEnjoys meeting new people and learning new thingsOrgani...
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Physical Therapist
  • Trustaff
  • Washington, OH FULL_TIME
  • As a Physical Therapist, you?ll work closely with patients to improve their movement and manage pain. PTs are a critical part of rehabilitation, treatment, and preventionfor patients with injuries or ...
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Physical Therapist
  • LHC Group
  • Chillicothe, OH OTHER
  • Summary We are hiring for a Physical Therapist. Coverage Area - Ross county area At Caretenders VNA, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful ...
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Occupational Therapist
  • valley-view
  • Frankfort, OH PER_DIEM
  • POSITION TITLE: Occupational Therapist FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Hourly Non-Exempt SUPERVISION RECEIVED:General Supervision from Facility Rehab Coordinator SUPERVISES:May provide supervision to other OTR’s...
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Occupational Therapist
  • Premier Therapy
  • Washington, OH OTHER
  • PREMIER THERAPY is accepting applications for PRN Occupational Therapists to add to our partner's skilled nursing facility in Washington Court House, OH. PREMIER THERAPY is an award-winning therapy se...
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About Chillicothe, Ohio

Chillicothe (/ˌtʃɪlɪˈkɒθi/ CHIL-i-KOTH-ee) is a city in and the county seat of Ross County, Ohio, United States. Located along the Scioto River 45 miles south of Columbus, Chillicothe was the first and third capital of Ohio. It is the only city in Ross County and the center of the Chillicothe Micropolitan Statistical Area (as defined by the United States Census Bureau in 2003). The population was 21,901 at the 2010 census. Chillicothe is a designated Tree City USA by the National Arbor Day Foundation. Chillicothe is located at 39°20′11″N 82°59′2″W / 39.33639°N 82.98389°W / 39.33639; -82.983...
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapist jobs
$52,072 to $64,699
Chillicothe, Ohio area prices
were up 1.3% from a year ago
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What does a Recreational Therapist do?

Recreational Therapist in Akron, OH
But what is a recreational therapist? “Recreation” and “Therapist” don’t seem like words that necessarily go together.
November 19, 2019
Recreational Therapist in San Francisco, CA
Therapists may use activities such as kayaking or a ropes course to teach patients to stay active and to form social relationships.
October 23, 2019
Recreational Therapist in Sumter, SC
Certifications show prospective employers that individuals are very knowledgeable in the field of recreational therapy and that they have taken time to make use of their bachelor’s degree in the subject.
October 02, 2019