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Certified Recreational Therapist jobs are open across hospitals, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, and community mental health organizations, from entry-level staff positions to clinical supervisors and program directors, with specializations in geriatric care, behavioral health, and pediatric rehabilitation. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Certified Recreational/Activity Therapist with CTRS - (PRN or Part-time) in Grand Forks, ND
***Part-time is benefit eligible***
***PRN - Must be able to work 36 hours/month with one weekend shift.***
Horizon Health Corporation is seeking an Recreational Therapist with a CTRS (PRN)to work on the inpatient psychiatric units (24-bed Psych Unit) in Grand Forks, ND. We are also planning to expand to an additional 24 beds in 2026. The Certified Recreational/Activity Therapist conducts and administers therapeutic recreation and/or activity services for the facility. We are seeking any of the following- Recreational, Occupational, Music, Art, Dance and Movement, etc. therapists.
Benefit Highlights for full-time positions:
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Long and Short-term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts; Healthcare Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Career development opportunities within the company
- Tuition Assistance
- Rewarding work environment – Enjoy going to work every day!
Responsibilities:
- Designs and implements therapeutic activities for patients based on a thorough assessment of the patient’s symptom presentation, professional/referral input and all other available data.
- Evaluates and documents patients’ responses to treatment and progress towards goals, to develop and document recommendations for discharge and aftercare.
- Communicates treatment and progress results to supervisor and treatment team.
- Conducts individual and/or group sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displays sufficient theoretical knowledge of effective treatment techniques.
- Provides appropriate education, resources and support for patients before, during, and after treatment.
- Evaluates and uses techniques, tools and resources to assist patients in treatment.
- Completes progress notes and assessments according to program procedures.
- Evaluates satisfaction resulting from the treatment provided and modifies or discontinues the treatment as needed and based upon patient progress, achievement of goals, lack of progress or change in condition. Reports and documents patient/client progress, achievement and changes in the treatment plan.
- Participates as an active member of the interdisciplinary and treatment teams.
- Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred
- At least 3 years of related experience
- Must be a graduate of an accredited therapy program
- Active ND License/ Certification- Music, art, recreational, occupational, dance and music, etc. therapist certification
About Grand Forks, ND
Grand Forks, ND offers a low cost of living (especially for utilities and housing), a strong economy with opportunities in UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) and related industries, and a vibrant culture driven by the University of North Dakota (UND) and its nationally-ranked hockey program. Residents enjoy a friendly community, a mix of urban and rural lifestyles, and year-round entertainment, including concerts, performing arts, and live music. Residents enjoy a friendly community, a mix of urban and rural lifestyles, and year-round entertainment.
For more information on this position, email Oscar Hernandez, Horizon Health Corporation, Senior Recruiter at oscar.hernandez2@horizonhealth.com
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During 2024, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and in 2023, listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams
We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Certified Recreational/Activity Therapist with CTRS - (PRN or Part-time) in Grand Forks, ND
***Part-time is benefit eligible***
***PRN - Must be able to work 36 hours/month with one weekend shift.***
Horizon Health Corporation is seeking an Recreational Therapist with a CTRS (PRN)to work on the inpatient psychiatric units (24-bed Psych Unit) in Grand Forks, ND. We are also planning to expand to an additional 24 beds in 2026. The Certified Recreational/Activity Therapist conducts and administers therapeutic recreation and/or activity services for the facility. We are seeking any of the following- Recreational, Occupational, Music, Art, Dance and Movement, etc. therapists.
Benefit Highlights for full-time positions:
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Long and Short-term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts; Healthcare Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Career development opportunities within the company
- Tuition Assistance
- Rewarding work environment – Enjoy going to work every day!
Responsibilities:
- Designs and implements therapeutic activities for patients based on a thorough assessment of the patient’s symptom presentation, professional/referral input and all other available data.
- Evaluates and documents patients’ responses to treatment and progress towards goals, to develop and document recommendations for discharge and aftercare.
- Communicates treatment and progress results to supervisor and treatment team.
- Conducts individual and/or group sessions in accordance with state/regulatory standards, displays sufficient theoretical knowledge of effective treatment techniques.
- Provides appropriate education, resources and support for patients before, during, and after treatment.
- Evaluates and uses techniques, tools and resources to assist patients in treatment.
- Completes progress notes and assessments according to program procedures.
- Evaluates satisfaction resulting from the treatment provided and modifies or discontinues the treatment as needed and based upon patient progress, achievement of goals, lack of progress or change in condition. Reports and documents patient/client progress, achievement and changes in the treatment plan.
- Participates as an active member of the interdisciplinary and treatment teams.
- Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred
- At least 3 years of related experience
- Must be a graduate of an accredited therapy program
- Active ND License/ Certification- Music, art, recreational, occupational, dance and music, etc. therapist certification
About Grand Forks, ND
Grand Forks, ND offers a low cost of living (especially for utilities and housing), a strong economy with opportunities in UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems) and related industries, and a vibrant culture driven by the University of North Dakota (UND) and its nationally-ranked hockey program. Residents enjoy a friendly community, a mix of urban and rural lifestyles, and year-round entertainment, including concerts, performing arts, and live music. Residents enjoy a friendly community, a mix of urban and rural lifestyles, and year-round entertainment.
For more information on this position, email Oscar Hernandez, Horizon Health Corporation, Senior Recruiter at oscar.hernandez2@horizonhealth.com
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During 2024, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and in 2023, listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams
We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified recreational therapist jobs.
- Active CTRS credential issued by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification
- Bachelor's or master's degree in recreational therapy or therapeutic recreation
- Experience developing individualized treatment plans and documenting progress in clinical records
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems used in clinical or long-term care settings
- Familiarity with assessment tools such as the Functional Independence Measure or CARF standards
- CPR and first aid certification, with BLS required for hospital and inpatient settings
Tips for Your Certified Recreational Therapist Job Search
Lead your resume with CTRS credentials
Hiring managers scan for the CTRS credential before reading anything else. Put it directly after your name in the header, then list your state licensure if required. Burying credentials in a summary paragraph costs you interviews.
Tailor your documentation skills to each setting
Acute care employers want experience with goal-oriented treatment plans tied to functional outcomes. Long-term care facilities prioritize MDS documentation. Match your resume's documentation language to the specific setting you're targeting, not a generic version.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists certified recreational therapist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight population-specific program experience
Generalist language weakens your application. Name the exact populations you've served, whether older adults with dementia, veterans in inpatient psychiatric units, or children with developmental disabilities. Employers hire for their census, so specificity signals immediate fit.
Prepare for competency-based interview questions
Interviewers typically ask you to walk through a full treatment planning cycle for a real patient case, from assessment to discharge. Practice narrating an actual case from your clinical experience, including how you measured and documented progress against treatment goals.
Address licensure proactively in your cover letter
Several states require a separate recreational therapy license beyond the CTRS. If you're applying across state lines, confirm whether you hold or are eligible for the destination state's license and name it explicitly so screeners don't flag your application as incomplete.
Certified Recreational Therapist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most certified recreational therapists?
Ascension, Augusta Health, and Horizon Health are hiring the most certified recreational therapists right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Indiana, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest at large health systems, VA medical centers, and regional long-term care networks.
How many certified recreational therapist jobs are remote?
About 0% of certified recreational therapist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than most clinical allied health roles given the hands-on nature of the work. Remote opportunities are most common in telehealth behavioral health programs, care coordination, and program consulting rather than direct patient care.
How do you become a certified recreational therapist?
You earn a bachelor's degree in recreational therapy or therapeutic recreation, which includes a supervised clinical internship of at least 560 hours. After graduating, you sit for the CTRS exam administered by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification. Once credentialed, you maintain the CTRS through continuing education units every five years, and some states also require a separate license to practice.
Can you get hired as a certified recreational therapist with little experience?
Entry-level positions do exist, particularly in long-term care facilities and community mental health centers, and employers in those settings often hire new graduates directly after internship completion. Your clinical internship hours are your most relevant experience, so frame them the way you would paid work, naming the population, setting, assessment tools, and treatment modalities you used rather than describing the internship in general terms.
What does the certified recreational therapist interview process look like?
Most hiring processes begin with a phone or video screen focused on your CTRS status and clinical background, followed by an in-person interview with the therapy department or a multidisciplinary panel. You'll typically be asked to describe a treatment planning case from assessment through discharge and to explain how you measure therapeutic outcomes. Some inpatient and rehabilitation employers also conduct a brief tour or shadow before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to certified recreational therapist jobs?
You can find and apply to certified recreational therapist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your experience level, setting preference, and specialization, then apply directly to each listing.
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