Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists (CTRS)

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) – Full-Time

Location: St. George, UT

Pay Range: $25.00 – $28.00/hour (DOE)

Schedule: Full-Time (including some weekends/holidays as needed)

About Vive Care

At Vive Care, we are redefining adolescent mental health treatment through a unique blend of clinical excellence, compassionate care, and holistic healing. As the region’s only provider offering intensive behavioral health services for adolescents, we are a vital part of the healthcare continuum—serving youth in crisis with high acuity needs who deserve the best support and care. Our team works collaboratively in a trauma-informed, supportive environment where every role makes a difference.

We are proud to maintain a 14% readmission rate, well below the national average of 40%, thanks to our integrated model and dedicated staff. If you're passionate about making a measurable impact in the lives of adolescents and want to be part of an innovative, mission-driven organization, we invite you to join us.

Position Summary

Vive Care is seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) to design, lead, and evaluate therapeutic recreation programs for adolescents in a high-acuity mental health setting. The CTRS will support clients through structured activities that enhance emotional regulation, self-expression, and social connection. Our ideal candidate is creative, flexible, trauma-informed, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized and group-based therapeutic recreation activities that align with treatment goals
• Assess clients’ leisure functioning and maintain appropriate documentation
• Collaborate with therapists, nursing, and direct care teams to integrate recreation into the broader treatment plan
• Facilitate recreation groups that promote skill-building, emotional safety, and healthy peer interaction
• Ensure safety during all recreational programming, including crisis de-escalation when needed
• Track client progress, evaluate outcomes, and adjust plans accordingly
• Contribute to interdisciplinary treatment planning and discharge planning
• Support weekend or special event programming when applicable
• Supervise Activity group facilitators
  
  
  

Requirements

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential (preferred)
• Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy or related field
• Previous experience working with youth or adolescents in behavioral health settings (preferred)
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress situations
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Must be organized, compassionate, and team-oriented
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening
  
  
  

Why Work at Vive Care?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Access to Employee Recognition Platform (Awardco)
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Daily Staff Meals Provided
• Scholarship Opportunities for Clients and Staff
• Supportive Team Culture
• Opportunities to lead innovative programming and influence growth
  
  
  

What Makes Vive Different

• We're the only center of our kind within 300 miles—our clients rely on us.
• We believe in empowering team members to lead, create, and make decisions.
• Our collaborative environment fosters cross-department learning and communication.
• We serve high-acuity adolescents, and we do it with heart, skill, and structure.