Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Jobs in Florida
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist jobs in Florida represent one of the more active markets in the Southeast, with steady demand across hospital systems, skilled nursing facilities, behavioral health centers, and pediatric rehabilitation programs. The heaviest hiring concentrates in the Orlando, Tampa, and Miami metro areas, where employers such as AdventHealth, HCA Florida, and Encompass Health maintain large rehabilitation and long-term care operations. The most sought-after specialties in Florida listings are geriatric care, pediatric rehab, and behavioral health programming. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Therapeutic Mentor Youth Support Coach
Up to $39,500 + Benefits
Chrysalis Health is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare, and we are excited to welcome a new Therapeutic Mentor to our team!
Chrysalis Health, a leading provider of behavioral healthcare in Florida, is seeking an organized and compassionate Therapeutic Mentor to join our dynamic Community Action Team (CAT). This role offers the opportunity to support impactful mental health programs while making a difference in the lives of youth and families.
Why Join Chrysalis Health?
We’re dedicated to clinical excellence and fostering a supportive environment where you can thrive. As a Therapeutic Mentor, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring clients meet their wellness goals.
Robust Benefits to meet all your needs:
o Medical and Dental with employer contribution
o Flexible work schedule to optimize organization and efficiency when serving clients.
o Vision, Legal, Pet Insurance, Life Insurance, Voluntary GAP insurance
o Paid Time Off (PTO)
o 401k with employer match
What you will do:
The CAT Therapeutic Mentor is a vital and compassionate member of the CAT team, dedicated to uplifting and empowering our clients. In this role, you’ll provide direct support and genuine care, fostering social and emotional growth. Through meaningful interactions, you’ll help clients regain control of their lives, guiding them with empathy and understanding. As a Therapeutic Mentor, you will inspire hope and resilience, serving as a trusted role model in developing essential coping skills. Your commitment will make a lasting impact on those you support, helping them thrive in their journey toward wellness.
Responsibilities:
Participate in rotating on-call schedule- Be a member of the individual treatment team for an assigned number of clients
- Participate in the client-centered comprehensive assessment of psychiatric history, mental status, and diagnosis; physical health and dental health; use of drugs or alcohol; education and employment; social development and functioning; activities of daily living; and family structure and relationships
- Consult with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the treatment process
- Document client progress to maintain a permanent record of client activity according to established methods and procedures
- Participate in daily staff organizational meetings and treatment planning review meetings
- Participate in providing treatment and dual diagnosis services
- Provide work-related supportive services, such as assistance with grooming and personal hygiene, securing appropriate clothing, wake-up calls, transportation
- Perform job coaching, problem solving, and support on and off the job site
- Provide ongoing assessment, problem solving, side by side services, skill training, supervision, and environmental adaptations to assist clients with activities of daily living
- Assist clients to find and maintain a safe and affordable place to live – apartment hunting, finding a roommate, landlord negotiations, cleaning, furnishing, and decorating, and procuring necessities
- Provide nutrition education and assistance with meal planning, grocery shopping, and food preparation
- Assist and support clients to perform household activities, including house cleaning and laundry
- Ensure that clients have adequate financial support
- Teach money management skills and assist clients in accessing financial services
- Help clients to access reliable transportation
- Assist and support clients to have and effectively use a personal primary care physician, dentist, and other medical specialists as required
- Plan, structure, and prompt social and leisure-time activities on evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Organize and lead individual and group social and recreational activities to structure clients’ time, increase social experiences, and provide opportunities to practice social skills and receive feedback and support
- Must complete clerical/administrative activities within provided timeframe
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and a busy office environment
Qualifications & Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED AND (2) years experience working in the behavioral health field with children, adolescents and families.
Chrysalis Health is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Chrysalis Health also prohibits bullying and harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Chrysalis Health is committed to maintaining a Drug-Free Working in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws. If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please notify Chrysalis Health during the interview process.
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Therapeutic Mentor Youth Support Coach
Up to $39,500 + Benefits
Chrysalis Health is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare, and we are excited to welcome a new Therapeutic Mentor to our team!
Chrysalis Health, a leading provider of behavioral healthcare in Florida, is seeking an organized and compassionate Therapeutic Mentor to join our dynamic Community Action Team (CAT). This role offers the opportunity to support impactful mental health programs while making a difference in the lives of youth and families.
Why Join Chrysalis Health?
We’re dedicated to clinical excellence and fostering a supportive environment where you can thrive. As a Therapeutic Mentor, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring clients meet their wellness goals.
Robust Benefits to meet all your needs:
o Medical and Dental with employer contribution
o Flexible work schedule to optimize organization and efficiency when serving clients.
o Vision, Legal, Pet Insurance, Life Insurance, Voluntary GAP insurance
o Paid Time Off (PTO)
o 401k with employer match
What you will do:
The CAT Therapeutic Mentor is a vital and compassionate member of the CAT team, dedicated to uplifting and empowering our clients. In this role, you’ll provide direct support and genuine care, fostering social and emotional growth. Through meaningful interactions, you’ll help clients regain control of their lives, guiding them with empathy and understanding. As a Therapeutic Mentor, you will inspire hope and resilience, serving as a trusted role model in developing essential coping skills. Your commitment will make a lasting impact on those you support, helping them thrive in their journey toward wellness.
Responsibilities:
Participate in rotating on-call schedule- Be a member of the individual treatment team for an assigned number of clients
- Participate in the client-centered comprehensive assessment of psychiatric history, mental status, and diagnosis; physical health and dental health; use of drugs or alcohol; education and employment; social development and functioning; activities of daily living; and family structure and relationships
- Consult with community agencies and families to maintain coordination in the treatment process
- Document client progress to maintain a permanent record of client activity according to established methods and procedures
- Participate in daily staff organizational meetings and treatment planning review meetings
- Participate in providing treatment and dual diagnosis services
- Provide work-related supportive services, such as assistance with grooming and personal hygiene, securing appropriate clothing, wake-up calls, transportation
- Perform job coaching, problem solving, and support on and off the job site
- Provide ongoing assessment, problem solving, side by side services, skill training, supervision, and environmental adaptations to assist clients with activities of daily living
- Assist clients to find and maintain a safe and affordable place to live – apartment hunting, finding a roommate, landlord negotiations, cleaning, furnishing, and decorating, and procuring necessities
- Provide nutrition education and assistance with meal planning, grocery shopping, and food preparation
- Assist and support clients to perform household activities, including house cleaning and laundry
- Ensure that clients have adequate financial support
- Teach money management skills and assist clients in accessing financial services
- Help clients to access reliable transportation
- Assist and support clients to have and effectively use a personal primary care physician, dentist, and other medical specialists as required
- Plan, structure, and prompt social and leisure-time activities on evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Organize and lead individual and group social and recreational activities to structure clients’ time, increase social experiences, and provide opportunities to practice social skills and receive feedback and support
- Must complete clerical/administrative activities within provided timeframe
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and a busy office environment
Qualifications & Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED AND (2) years experience working in the behavioral health field with children, adolescents and families.
Chrysalis Health is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Chrysalis Health also prohibits bullying and harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Chrysalis Health is committed to maintaining a Drug-Free Working in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws. If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please notify Chrysalis Health during the interview process.
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What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in therapeutic recreation specialist jobs across Florida.
- NCTRC Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist credential required or eligibility to sit for exam
- Bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation or closely related recreation therapy field
- Experience designing and implementing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations
- Familiarity with Florida Agency for Health Care Administration regulations for patient programming
- Proficiency documenting patient progress in electronic health record systems such as Epic or PointClickCare
- Current CPR and first aid certification maintained throughout employment
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a therapeutic recreation specialist in Florida?
You become a therapeutic recreation specialist in Florida by earning a bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation or a closely related field, then obtaining the Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist credential through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification. Florida does not issue a separate state license for this role, but most Florida employers require or strongly prefer the NCTRC credential as the recognized professional standard before hiring.
Which companies hire therapeutic recreation specialists in Florida?
Employers hiring therapeutic recreation specialists in Florida right now include Devereux, Chrysalis Health, and ACTS, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Florida's high concentration of rehabilitation hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and behavioral health programs keeps demand from large regional and national healthcare systems consistently active.
Which Florida cities have the most therapeutic recreation specialist jobs?
West Palm Beach, Tampa, and Bartow have the most therapeutic recreation specialist openings in Florida. Orlando and Tampa drive volume through their large hospital networks and rehabilitation campuses, while Miami's density of long-term care and behavioral health facilities contributes steadily to the listing count across the metro.
Are there remote therapeutic recreation specialist jobs in Florida?
Yes, but they're rare. Therapeutic recreation is a hands-on clinical role delivered in person with patients, so the vast majority of Florida positions require on-site presence. About 17% of therapeutic recreation specialist openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions tend to be program coordination, telehealth consultation, or administrative roles rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a therapeutic recreation specialist in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an internship or clinical placement completed at a Florida facility during your degree program, which frequently converts to a hire. Large Florida rehabilitation networks such as Encompass Health and AdventHealth regularly bring on new graduates into associate or activity aide roles that build toward full specialist positions. Completing your NCTRC eligibility requirements and holding a current CPR certification before applying gives you a clear edge over candidates who are still working toward credentialing.
Where can I find and apply to therapeutic recreation specialist jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to therapeutic recreation specialist jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings across hospital systems, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, and behavioral health programs. Search the roles that match your experience and specialty area, then apply directly to the ones that fit your background.
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