Recreational Therapist

Recreational Therapist

Hourly Pay Rate: $24 to $26.50

Location: Greeley, CO

Full-time, onsite

Embark Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated and Certified Recreational Therapist to join our team in Greeley, CO. As a Recreational Therapist, you will play a crucial role in our therapeutic programs, utilizing recreational activities to promote physical, emotional, and social well-being among our clients.

• Plan, implement, and evaluate recreational therapy programs tailored to individual client needs.
• Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans based on therapeutic goals.
• Lead group therapy sessions using a variety of recreational activities.
• Monitor and document client progress, adjusting therapy plans as needed.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including therapists, direct care staff, and medical staff.
• Ensure compliance with state regulations and maintain accurate client records.
• Provide support and guidance to clients, encouraging participation and skill development.

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) – Issued by the NCTRC 
• Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy or related field (master’s preferred).
• Experience working in behavioral health or similar settings preferred.
• Must have a valid State of Colorado Driver's License
• Minimum of 21 years of age or older
• Ability to pass pre-employment federal and state background, fingerprints, and drug screen

• Comprehensive Benefit Program with options that includes three medical insurance plans with a generous company contribution towards a high deductible plan, one medical insurance plan with FSA, dental insurance, vision insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, 401k with company matching, and paid parental leave.
• Company paid holidays plus PTO accrual.
• Opportunity to foster relationships with adolescents and their families, create joy in their lives and heal generations.
• Join a team of nationally recognized industry leaders who provide you with a framework of training, support, and long-term advancement opportunities.
• Embark and team members embrace the core values of empathy, trusting relationships, service, growth, and results.