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Recreational Therapist

United States, Oconomowoc · Job Posted February 20, 2026
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Job Description

The recreational therapist develops, plans, implements, facilitates, directs and evaluates experiential therapy programming in all specialized treatment areas. The Recreational Therapist will have a working knowledge of a psychosocial functioning of patient/resident groups as well as application of expressive activities within a psychiatric setting. These include, but are not limited to, adventure-based and environmental activities, sports, dance, group initiatives, arts/crafts, music, outdoor activities, art media, psychodrama, horticulture, ropes and challenge course.

Job Responsibility

  • Have a working knowledge of a psychosocial functioning of patient/resident groups as well as application of expressive activities within a psychiatric setting
  • Utilizes recreational activities to aid patients /residents to learn to apply and utilize recovery skills being taught in protocol sessions
  • Provides individualized treatment within a group setting
  • Awareness of CBT and DBT skills
  • Conduct experiential therapy, as scheduled
  • Evaluate, plan and coordinate programming to meet patients’/residents’ needs
  • Maintain Experiential Therapy environments for safety and supplies
  • Be flexible with work assignments, including schedule changes and program additions
  • Have a good working knowledge of a variety of experiential therapies
  • Complete a treatment plan and evaluation according to Rogers policy
  • Complete therapeutic documentation according to Rogers policy
  • Demonstrate knowledge of intervention strategies and utilize redirection when necessary to maintain patients’/residents’ safety
  • Monitor patient/resident behavior and safely intervene appropriately, using de-escalation techniques and least-restrictive measures possible
  • Establish a therapeutic rapport with patient/resident groups, while maintaining appropriate, professional relationships
  • Demonstrate knowledge of psychosocial functioning of each patient/resident group. Know the common diagnostic categories and their relationship to patients’/residents’ behavior within the setting. Demonstrate knowledge of treatment procedures/models (behavioral, recovery, etc.) and application within a therapy setting
  • Attend all mandatory in-services and other in-services relevant to the position. Be responsible for all educational requirements and related obligations pertaining to the license of the program/unit license regulatory requirements governing the program(s)
  • Complete all required orientation competencies and training within the Experiential Therapy department and Rogers
  • Attend Experiential Therapy department and program staff meetings, as required
  • Meet with the manager of Experiential Therapy monthly regarding clinical guidance, training, program evaluation and problem reporting
  • Conduct program-specific programming off Rogers Behavioral Health grounds, following procedures for using Rogers owned vehicles, for designated patient populations
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

  • BS/BA degree is required, preferably in art, music, dance, recreation, or other therapies required
  • A Master’s degree in these areas is also preferred
  • Certification/registration through appropriate credentialing board preferred
  • Valid driver license in the state of employment (Residential and PHP/IOP assignments)
  • American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR or American Red Cross Professional Rescue certification is required within thirty (30) days of the date of hire, with annual re-certification
  • Formal training in management of the aggressive patient is required within sixty (60) days of the date of hire, with annual re-certification, including self-defense training
  • Ropes and Challenge Course training by Rogers Memorial Hospital, with yearly renewal (where applicable to the position)
  • Employees at the Child/Adolescent Day Treatment programs licensed under HFS §40 are required to have at least one (1) year of educational or work experience and a licensure or certification when serving children with mental health disorders
  • Applicable to Experiential Therapy pool and Experiential Therapy fixed FTE staff dedicated to a residential cost center: Compliance in Residential Care Centers (RCC) and Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) employee training requirements

Nice to have

  • Art Credential - Cert
  • Art Therapist Registered - Cert
  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Spec - Cert
  • Dance Therapist - Cert
  • Music Therapist - Cert

What we offer

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage for you and your family
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Employee share program
  • Life/disability insurance
  • Flex spending accounts
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health and wellness program
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • $5,000.00 retention bonus available
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