Correctional Recreation/Recreational Therapist - $2,080 per week
Calipatria, CA, 92233, USA
- $8 p/hour
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Recreational Therapist
- Correctional Facility
- Therapeutic Recreation
This travel position involves working as a Correctional Recreational Therapist within a secure correctional facility, providing therapeutic recreation programs aimed at improving inmates' mental, emotional, and physical health. The role requires planning and leading individualized and group sessions, collaborating with treatment teams, and supporting inmate rehabilitation and community reentry. Candidates must hold a CTRS license and BLS certification, and adhere to Department of Corrections regulations while documenting progress and participating in care planning.
Nightingale's List is seeking a travel Correctional Recreation/Recreational Therapist for a travel job in Calipatria, California.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Recreation/Recreational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Duration: 24 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Non Negotiable Requirements: CTRS License
Non Negotiable Requirements: American Heart Association BLS
Overview:
Join our dedicated team at this Correctional Facility as a Recreational Therapist. In this role, you’ll play a key part in supporting the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of incarcerated individuals through structured therapeutic recreation programs. This position offers a unique opportunity to promote rehabilitation, resilience, and positive behavioral change within a secure environment—all with a competitive compensation package.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, organize, and lead therapeutic recreation programs that address the emotional, social, and physical needs of inmates.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Conduct assessments to determine inmate interests, abilities, and therapeutic needs.
- Facilitate group and individual recreational therapy sessions focused on coping skills, stress management, social interaction, and leisure education.
- Document all treatment sessions, assessments, and progress notes in accordance with facility and CDCR guidelines.
- Participate in Interdisciplinary Treatment Team (IDTT) meetings and contribute to comprehensive inmate care planning.
- Support inmate transitions and pre-release preparation by promoting healthy recreation and community reentry skills.
- Maintain a safe and secure environment, adhering to all California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) regulations, policies, and procedures.
Nightingale's List Job ID #ZR_219_JOB. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About Nightingale's ListNightingale's List is a premier healthcare staffing agency based in California,
offering diverse job opportunities across America. From travel and per diem to
contract and long-term roles, we cater to the unique needs of our healthcare
professionals. Founded by a Registered Nurse, we deeply understand our
staff's aspirations and challenges. At Nightingale's List, we go beyond
providing jobs - we foster rewarding healthcare careers with comprehensive
support and growth opportunities.
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
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