Recreation Therapist Job Description

The primary responsibility of the Recreational Therapist will be to help clients with various developmental and physical disabilities through community based therapeutic recreation activities. The goal of the rec therapist  is to use the community and leisure experiences to help clients reach their therapeutic goals by working with the client and his/her team. 

We are seeking highly motivated, independent, and caring individuals who will service clients with intellectual/developmental disabilities. The population may include, but is not limited to: Autism Spectrum Disorder,  Down Syndrome, Behavior/Mood Disorders, Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, Psychosis,  ETC. 

Responsibilities Include: 

• Provide weekly one-on-one recreational therapy sessions completed in the home, community, or office setting. (Joint sessions with other service providers and their clients are possible). 
• Attend quarterly review meetings with each client's team  to discuss progress in all service areas
• Complete required documentation for each client including annual comprehensive assessments, annual treatment plans, and quarterly reports. 
• Complete weekly progress notes to summarize client progress toward goals/objectives which will be used to complete monthly billing summaries. (FBS uses Microsoft TEAMS to upload all paperwork, billing documentation, and to communicate caseload information).
• Exhibit effective correspondence and communication with all providers, family members, staff members, clients,  and all other treatment team members as applicable. Be sure to return phone calls and/or text messages within a 24-hour time frame.
• Ensure client safety and advocacy 
• Each therapist is responsible for managing their own schedule, keeping track of units, and planning their sessions. 

• Must be a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
• Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation 
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• CPR Certification
• Negative TB Test
• Clean Criminal History
• Valid Driver’s License
• Reliable laptop or tablet to complete documentation remotely
• Must be willing to work in Indiana consisting of Fort Wayne, Indianapolis and/or surrounding cities of Indiana

• Extremely flexible schedule 
• Ability to build caseload as large as therapist would prefer
• Billable documentation 
• Additional areas of relocation and service available upon contractor request
• Office space available for sessions with various games, crafts, workout equipment, musical instruments, and more!
• Mentorship from senior CTRS'
• Position offers unique opportunities for continued growth professionally 
• Work environment focuses on team work and problem solving 
• Projected income of low-mid 30's per hour ($50,000-$70,000 a year)
• Job allows for increased leisure experiences and fun!

Projected income is based on the average salary of FBS therapists. Entry level therapist's rate is negotiable dependent on each individual's experience and education. Therapists have the ability to build a caseload to the size they prefer, so monthly income is ultimately dependent on how each contractor manages their schedule.

It is important to note that the State of Indiana is currently reevaluating the pay rate for all Music and Recreation Therapists; therefore, this entry level pay information is subject to increase in the very near future. For any questions regarding this topic or potential income opportunities, please reach out to Shaun Geise at sgeise@ferrarobehaviorservices.com

This job description is intended to describe the type and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required.