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Recreational Therapist - Non-Certified - Lakewood Long Term Care - PRN

101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

UH Lakewood Medical Center

Kansas City, Missouri

Department

Long Term Care Unit UHLMC

Position Type

Part time

Work Schedule

varied

Hours Per Week

4

Job Description

Inspire healing through recreation.

We’re looking for a compassionate and creative **Non-Certified Recreational Therapist** to support therapeutic recreation programs that help adults and older adults build life skills, improve wellness, and enhance quality of life. You'll work closely with certified staff to implement engaging group and individual activities tailored to patient needs.

What You’ll Do:

+ Evaluate patients and help develop recreational therapy care plans

+ Lead and adapt group and individual therapeutic activities

+ Collaborate with care teams in planning and progress updates

+ Maintain a safe and supportive environment

+ Assist with supervision of TR students, interns, and volunteers

+ Participate in team meetings and ongoing professional development

Minimum Requirements:

+ High school diploma or equivalent

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills

+ BCLS certification (if required by department)

+ Family Care Safety Registry

+ Valid driver’s license (if driving is required)

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Associate’s degree or college coursework in a related field

+ One year of experience in recreation, human services, or healthcare

Ready to use recreation to empower healing and connection?

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