What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreational Therapist position at AvaMed Workforce?
AvaMed Inc is a Healthcare Staffing Agency that staffs all of California State Correctional Facilities/CDCR. At the moment we are in URGENT need of a Recreational Therapist to take on a Full-Time assignment at the correctional facility located in Delano, CA.
Position Details:
40 Hours per week
Location: Delano, CA
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm
Rate: $67hr ($2,680/week)
Must be Certified as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
Job Description:
duties/responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to, the following requirements.
a. Develop and implement specialized recreation therapy services to CDCR Patient-Inmates and/or DJJ Youth.
Such therapeutic interventions are designed to promote social interaction, to encourage beneficial and
appropriate utilization of leisure time, and to provide Patient-Inmates and/or DJJ Youth with preparation fo
reentry into general population or other levels of treatment.
b. Participate in the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDTT) and coordinate services with primary clinicians,
correctional counselors and other custody personnel.
c. Evaluate recreation therapy needs for Patients-Inmates and/or DJJ Youth with particular attention to activities
of daily living, communication skills, physical exercise, and positive coping strategies.
If you are interested please submit a copy of your resume and we will reach out to you ASAP.
Salary : $2,680
