Recreational Therapist/Activities Director

About the role

We are seeking a Recreational Therapist at SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital – Neuro Transitional Center in O'Fallon, MO, opening mid‑first quarter of 2025. The Neuro Transitional Center has 12 beds and provides intensive rehabilitation for individuals with acquired brain injury or spinal cord injury who cannot safely return home after inpatient rehab due to the severity of their impairments. Currently, 93% of patients return home at discharge from NTC, allowing Missourians to receive this level of care without leaving the state.

Schedule

Every Weekend Option: 8 hours Saturday, or 4 hours Saturday & 4 hours Sunday.

Benefits

• Team‑oriented and collaborative culture
• Network of over 50,000 employees nationwide with advancement and relocation opportunities

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements appropriate community integration activities and leisure and functional structured activities according to patient needs within the facility.
• May transport patients on community outings.
• Completes electronic medical record documentation and coordinates with rehab manager regarding weekend activities.
• Participates in team conferences collaborating with the transdisciplinary team.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate Degree in Therapeutic Recreation required.
• Current national certification from NCTRC as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) required.
• Current State Driver’s License in good standing required.
• Should have certified experience in a medical setting.