Recreational Therapist jobs in Fullerton, CA

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
  • Providence
  • Fullerton, CA FULL_TIME
  • Description

    Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager and consultative supervision of the Occupational Therapy Practice Manager, The Recreational Therapist is responsible for providing quality care in accordance with the Occupational Therapy treatment plan.

    Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at St. Jude Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

    Required qualifications:

    • Coursework/Training: Graduate of an accredited Recreational Therapy professional program. Or equivalent educ/experience
    • Comparable education approved by the National Therapeutic Recreation Society.
    • Upon hire: National Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification
    • Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association

    Preferred qualifications:

    • Upon hire: Professional membership

    Why Join Providence?

    Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

    About Providence

    At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

    The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

    Check out our benefits page for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

    About the Team

    The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Southern California, Providence provides care throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, High Desert and beyond.

    Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care, and even our own Providence High School.

    Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

    Requsition ID: 251762

    Company: Providence Jobs

    Job Category: Rehabilitation

    Job Function: Clinical Care

    Job Schedule: Per-Diem

    Job Shift: Day

    Career Track: Clinical Professional

    Department: 7510 SJMC REHAB IP

    Address: CA Fullerton 101 E Valencia Mesa Dr

    Work Location: St Jude Medical Center

    Pay Range: $26.83 - $42.69

    The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

    Check out our benefits page for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.


    We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

    We are committed to cultural diversity and equal employment for all individuals. It is our policy to recruit, hire, promote, compensate, transfer, train, retain, terminate, and make all other employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin (including certain language use restrictions), ancestry, disability (mental and physical including HIV and AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, age, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, and military and veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status. We will also provide reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified caregiver or applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of our business.

     

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Recreational Therapist
  • Providence Health
  • Fullerton, CA FULL_TIME
  • Description Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager and consultative supervision of the Occupational Therapy Practice Manager, The Recreational Therapist is responsible for providing quali...
  • 20 Days Ago

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social train instructor
  • NewBridge Social Recreational Center
  • San Dimas, CA PART_TIME
  • About us NewBridge Social Recreational Center is a small business in San Dimas, CA. We are professional, agile, social and our goal is to Training children with disabilities to enhance their social sk...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Recreational Gymnastics Coach
  • Era Gymnastics
  • Anaheim, CA PART_TIME
  • Job Summary:We are seeking a highly motivated Gymnastics Coach to join our team. As a Gymnastics Coach, you will be responsible for providing high-quality instruction to gymnasts of all ages and skill...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Project Manager - Recreational Aquatics
  • California Waters
  • Yorba Linda, CA FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionFounded in 1999, California Waters is one of California's fastest growing Design, Engineering, Construction and Service firms, specializing in water features and recreational aquati...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Therapist
  • Florence Crittenton Services of Orange County, Inc.
  • Fullerton, CA FULL_TIME
  • Therapist Position Summary: Therapist assesses and counsels individuals and families regarding psychological or emotional problems and develops and implements therapeutic treatment plan, in various se...
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Independent Living Specialist / Behavioral Health Technician
  • Optimum Performance Institute
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Pay Range from $21-23 per hour Hours AM 7am - 330pm PM 3pm - 1130pm 10 hour and 12 hour ...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Behavioral Health Technician for Short-term Residential (Hiring Bonus)
  • Optimum Performance Institute
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Job Description Job Description Job Title: Independent Living Specialist (ILS) Work Hours/Shifts: *Will include Weekend ...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Correctional Recreation/Recreational Therapist - $60 per hour
  • Hiring Now!
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Nightingale's List is seeking a local contract Correctional Recreation/Recreational Therapist for a local contract job i...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Correctional Recreation/Recreational Therapist - $2,600 per week
  • Hiring Now!
  • Lancaster, CA
  • Nightingale's List is seeking a travel Correctional Recreation/Recreational Therapist for a travel job in Lancaster, Cal...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Rehabilitation Therapist - Full Time, Days (Culver City)
  • Prospect Medical Holdings
  • Culver City, CA
  • Job Description The Rehabilitation Therapist provides an aspect of active treatment, involving individualized assessment...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreational Therapist
  • Providence Health & Services
  • Fullerton, CA
  • Job Description Under the direct supervision of the Program Manager and consultative supervision of the Occupational The...
  • 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist - $41-61 per hour
  • Hiring Now!
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • Adventist Health is seeking a Physical Therapist for a job in Los Angeles, California. Job Description & Requirements Sp...
  • 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Rehabilitation Therapist - Part Time, Days (Culver City)
  • Prospect Medical Holdings
  • Culver City, CA
  • Job Description The Rehabilitation Therapist provides an aspect of active treatment, involving individualized assessment...
  • 4/12/2024 12:00:00 AM

Fullerton (/ˈfʊlərtən/) is a city located in northern Orange County, California, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 135,161. Fullerton was founded in 1887. It secured the land on behalf of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway. Historically it was a center of agriculture, notably groves of Valencia oranges and other citrus crops; petroleum extraction; transportation; and manufacturing. It is home to numerous higher educational institutions, particularly California State University, Fullerton and Fullerton College. From the mid-1940s through the late 19...
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapist jobs
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Fullerton, California area prices
were up 3.2% from a year ago

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