Certified Recreational Therapist

Location: Chicago, IL | Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph | Department: Adult Inpatient Units

Schedule

Day shift | Full time | Sunday - Thursday

Pay

$27.69 - $40.50 per hour

About the role

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement activity therapy treatment plans.
• Conduct patient assessments and establish recreational/leisure therapy treatment goals.
• Evaluate each patient's progress and the effectiveness of recreational/leisure therapy interventions.
• Coordinate therapeutic recreational/leisure activities for both large and small groups.
• Observe patient response and encourage socialization.
• Provide patients with information regarding resources and therapeutic recreational/leisure activities in the community.

Requirements

• BLS Provider certification obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Therapist specializing in Recreation credentialed from the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification preferred.
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.

Preferences

Therapeutic Recreation Certification required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HSA/FSA options.
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance.
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development, and online learning.
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more.