Recreational Therapist / CTRS

Recreational Therapist / CTRS

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Greenville

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Greenville is currently accepting resumes for a Recreational Therapist / Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). At Freedom, patient care comes first, and our team members are the heart of everything we do.

We believe you do your best work when you are supported, valued, and empowered to use your unique talents. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of others—while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven environment—this opportunity may be the perfect fit for you.

Position Overview

This non-exempt position reports to the Director of Clinical Social Services and is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing medically approved therapeutic activities for patients within the facility.

The Recreational Therapist plays an integral role in supporting patients’ psychosocial, emotional, and functional well-being through structured therapeutic programming. Activities may include leisure skill development, socialization, physical/exercise activities, cognitive stimulation, and creative expression (arts and crafts, music, etc.).

This role collaborates closely with the interdisciplinary treatment team and contributes directly to individualized patient care planning.

Key Responsibilities

Provide a full range of recreational therapy services, including assessments, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions

Deliver therapy services both independently and as part of the interdisciplinary treatment team

Plan, coordinate, and assist with scheduling therapeutic activities

Lead and actively participate in group and individual activities

Observe patient participation and engagement during sessions

Track patient progress and document treatment goals and outcomes

Maintain accurate, timely, and detailed documentation for all individual and group therapy sessions

Document group participation in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements

Consult with patients to support therapeutic goals

Conduct individual and family sessions at least twice monthly

Meet with patients and psychiatrists monthly for medication management support, as needed

Provide clinical input to support patients’ overall psychosocial treatment plans

Education & Certification Requirements

One of the following is required:

Bachelor’s degree (4-year) with a focus in Recreational Therapy

Bachelor’s degree with CTRS certification

Bachelor’s degree in Arts or Music (with applicable therapeutic experience)

License/Certification:

CTRS certification through an approved certification program, as required by state regulations for Activity Therapy

Preferred Knowledge & Skills

Basic understanding of DSM-V diagnostic criteria

Basic knowledge of medical and psychiatric diagnoses and conditions

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to engage patients in therapeutic activities

Excellent documentation and organizational skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented clinical environment

Why Join Freedom Behavioral Hospital

Be part of a patient-centered, compassionate care team

Make a meaningful impact in behavioral health treatment

Supportive leadership and collaborative clinical environment

Opportunity to apply creativity and clinical skills every day

Stable healthcare setting with professional growth opportuni

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Greenville provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to Federal law requirements, FBHCA complies with appliable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location where the company has facilities.