Therapeutic Recreation Specialist – Inpatient

Sheltering Arms and VCU Health have come together to create Sheltering Arms Institute, a non-profit, state-of-the-science destination inpatient rehabilitation hospital and network of outpatient centers. The Institute blends advanced technology, research, and evidence-based clinical care to create an innovative, transdisciplinary model of rehabilitative care. Ranked among the nation’s best rehabilitation hospitals and the top physical rehab provider in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report, our organizational values and approach to care facilitate superior patient outcomes and the realization of Sheltering Arms Institute’s vision to reinvent rehabilitation. To reach that goal, we need talented team members who will contribute to our culture and patient-centric model of care. Our culture statement acts as the blueprint for aligning our choices and actions with our mission and vision. Join us on our journey to reinvent rehabilitation for life beyond limits.

Sheltering Arms Institute is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to join the inpatient team.  The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist will evaluate, plan and implement treatment for assigned inpatient populations and groups with limited abilities and a variety of rehabilitation diagnoses with the transdisciplinary team. Therapist will provide clinical services and program planning in the areas including but not limited to therapy, recreation participation, leisure education/counseling, and community reintegration.

 Qualifications and Skills

• Previous experience in community reintegration preferred
• Experience in a clinical setting as a recreation therapist
• Experience working with individuals with physical disabilities

 Education/Certifications

• Graduate of an accredited recreation therapy education program, Bachelor’s Degree in recreational therapy preferred
• Licensed driver in the Commonwealth of Virginia in good standing
• Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or CTRS certified within six (6) months of hire
• Healthcare Professionals CPR

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.