Recreational Therapist jobs in Kenosha, WI

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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Therapist
  • Professional Services Group
  • Kenosha, WI FULL_TIME

  • BECOME A THERAPIST TODAY FOR $1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS!

    $1,000 RETENTION BONUS EVERY SIX MONTHS!


    PSG/CIP is a multi-service community-based social services organization that fulfills its mission of helping individuals and families to achieve their greatest potential through dynamic, cost effective and innovative programming responsive to the needs of diverse communities.

    Recent graduates and individuals working toward licensure are welcome to apply! Earn clinical hours toward licensure during work hours!

    JOB SUMMARY:

    Our programming provides services to families who are at-risk for abuse, neglect, truancy, and/or youth justice involvement. Our team strives to preserve the family, reduce out-of-home placements, and aid in reunification. Parent Mentors, Therapists, Youth Support Specialists, and Substance Abuse Counselors provide collaborated services to families to address such issues including, but not limited to: mental health, alcohol/other drug abuse, parenting, and family conflict.

    The Therapist provides outpatient individual and/or family clinical therapy to referred youth and their families to stabilize and strengthen the family unit.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE THERAPIST:

    • Assess the therapeutic needs of clients and complete formal assessments.
    • Formulate, implement, evaluate, and review client treatment plans.
    • Counsel clients and families in accordance with the treatment plan.
    • Demonstrate knowledge and skill in addressing family system, mental health, parenting, and alcohol/drug issues through individual, family, and/or group counseling.
    • Organize and facilitate structured group, individual and/or family activities.
    • Safely transport clients as needed.
    • After training is complete, staff are added to the rotating schedule to support occasional after-hours calls.

    LOCATION: Offices are located in Kenosha. Position will work a combination of on-site at the office and/or out in the community visiting with clients. Some flexibility for hybrid/remote when client sessions are not scheduled. Must be able to meet in-person with clients located in Kenosha County, Wisconsin.

    WHY WORK WITH PSG/CIP?

    • Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a difference in the community!
    • In-house training through continuing education credits
    • Mileage Reimbursement
    • Work culture that values not only the health and well-being of the clients we serve, but also our staff
    • Opportunities for advancement and professional development
    • Competitive benefits package, including: paid time off and company holidays; health, vision, dental, and life insurance; short term disability; 401k and profit sharing; pet insurance; and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • One of our health insurance plans is now offered with no monthly premium!

    REQUIREMENTS:

    • Must have reliable transportation on a daily basis, a valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
    • Must have a Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related.
    • Licensure is not required.

    Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status
  • 12 Days Ago

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Therapist
  • Lake County
  • Waukegan, IL FULL_TIME
  • Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation, an excellent benefit package and career growth opportunities? If so, Lake County Government is the p...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Respiratory Therapist Respiratory Therapist
  • Triage Staffing
  • Geneva, WI OTHER
  • Start Date: ASAP Shift: 12H Days ( 7:00 AM-7:00 PM )Location: Lake Geneva, WILength: 13 weeksWeekly Hours: 36.0Beds: 1 year acute care experienceAt least 1 years experience in specialtyCurrent RRT cer...
  • 1 Month Ago

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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
  • Fair Oaks Health Care Center
  • Crystal, IL FULL_TIME
  • Fair Oaks Health Care Center located in Crystal Lake is looking for a PRN Occupational Therapist. Come join our team! We focus our care around our five Core Values, 1) Do the Right Thing, 2) Foster Po...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Respiratory Therapist
  • ViTalent, LLC
  • Burlington, WI CONTRACTOR,FULL_TIME
  • FIRST TIME TRAVELERS WELCOME! ViTalent is a nationwide leader in nurse and allied health staffing in healthcare and clinical research. Your total experience is our top priority, and we take great prid...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Respiratory Therapist
  • Advocate Health
  • Burlington, WI FULL_TIME
  • ***Sign-On Bonus Available******May be eligible for our Loan Forgiveness program - Up to 20K***Location: Aurora Medical Center Burlington 252 McHenry St, Burlington, WI 53105Pay Range: $30.30 - $45.45...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Expressive Therapist (Recreation, Music, Art, Yoga)
  • LAKE BEHAVIORAL HOSPITAL
  • Waukegan, IL
  • Job Details Job Location Lake Behavioral Hospital - Waukegan, IL Position Type Full Time Salary Range $24.00 - $30.00 Ho...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Travel Occupational Therapist - $2,040 per week
  • TRS Healthcare
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • Core Medical Group is seeking a travel Occupational Therapist for a travel job in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Job Descr...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Per Diem / PRN Social Work - Social Worker - $35 per hour
  • Hiring Now!
  • Waukegan, IL
  • Lake Behavioral Hospital is seeking a Social Work Social Worker for a per diem / prn job in Waukegan, Illinois. Job Desc...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Homemaker/Personal Care Worker (Burlington, WI)
  • Right At Home
  • Kenosha, WI
  • Join the Best Home Care Team in Burlington Join a Team interested in your success and the best care possible for our cli...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Homemaker/Personal Care Worker (Racine, WI)
  • Right At Home
  • Kenosha, WI
  • Join the Best Home Care Team in Racine Join a Team interested in your success and the best care possible for our clients...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Homemaker/Companion (Racine, WI)
  • Right At Home
  • Kenosha, WI
  • Join the Best Care Team in Racine Join a Team interested in your success and the best care possible for our clients. Our...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreation/Recreational Therapist - $25 per hour
  • Hiring Now!
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • Chicago Behavioral Hospital is seeking a Recreation/Recreational Therapist for a job in Des Plaines, Illinois. Job Descr...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreation/Recreational Therapist - $25 per hour
  • Hiring Now!
  • Des Plaines, IL
  • Chicago Behavioral Hospital is seeking a Recreation/Recreational Therapist for a job in Des Plaines, Illinois. Job Descr...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

Kenosha /kɛˈnoʊˌʃɑː/ is a city in and the county seat of Kenosha County, Wisconsin, United States. Kenosha is on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan. With an estimated population of 99,889 as of July 1, 2013, it is the fourth-largest city in Wisconsin and the fourth-largest city on Lake Michigan. The city is part of the United States Census Bureau's Chicago Combined Statistical Area (CSA). Kenosha is in southeastern Wisconsin at 42°34′56″N 87°50′44″W / 42.58222°N 87.84556°W / 42.58222; -87.84556 (42.582220, -87.845624). It is bordered by Lake Michigan to the east, the Town of Somers to ...
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapist jobs
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Kenosha, Wisconsin area prices
were up 1.8% from a year ago

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