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UnityPoint Health·St Lukes Hospital · Cedar Rapids, IA

Recreational Therapist 2E (Weekend Package)

Part timeDays
iPosting details
ScheduleDays · Weekends · Part time
RequirementsBLS · Basic Life Support required within 90 days of hire.
EducationBachelor's degree
Experience1+ years preferred
SourceUnityPoint Health · posted Sep 10, 2026
✓Requirements
Certifications
✓Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist through the National Counsil for Therapeutic Recreation Certification required within one year of hire.
✓Basic Life Support required within 90 days of hire.
✓IA Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
✓I L Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
Certified Park and Recreation Professional through the National Park Recreation Association preferred.
Education
✓Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy/ Therapeutic Recreation or a closely related field (e.g., Leisure Studies) required .
Qualifications
✓IA Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
✓I L Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
One (1) year of prior experience in recreational or activity therapy, including behavioral health or hospital settings preferred.
One (1) year experience appropriate to the age of the patients served in the assigned service area preferred.
One (1) year working with adult psychiatric patients preferred.
+Benefits
✓401(k) with match
✓Paid time off
✓Tuition assistance
✓Paid parental leave
✓Life and disability insurance
+St Lukes Hospital
280beds
Cedar RapidsIA · 204 mi to Milwaukee
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✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist through the National Counsil for Therapeutic Recreation Certification required within one year of hire.
✓Basic Life Support required within 90 days of hire.
✓IA Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
✓I L Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
Certified Park and Recreation Professional through the National Park Recreation Association preferred.
Education
✓Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy/ Therapeutic Recreation or a closely related field (e.g., Leisure Studies) required .
Qualifications
✓IA Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
✓I L Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
One (1) year of prior experience in recreational or activity therapy, including behavioral health or hospital settings preferred.
One (1) year experience appropriate to the age of the patients served in the assigned service area preferred.
One (1) year working with adult psychiatric patients preferred.
+Benefits
401(k) with matchPaid time offTuition assistancePaid parental leave
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About the role

Delivering both group and individual interventions using sound clinical judgment, integrating leisure education, coping skills, stress management, and wellness strategies to support recovery and functional improvement.

What you’ll do
Provide holistic evaluations, treatmentProvide holistic evaluations, treatment, and discharge planning across diverse populations
Delivering both group andDelivering both group and individual interventions using sound clinical judgment, integrating leisure education, coping skills, stress management, and wellness strategies to support recovery and functional improvement
Design and implement theDesign and implement the Activity Therapy Program, including daily scheduling, group facilitation, and special events
Coordinate recreation-based services, utilizeCoordinate recreation-based services, utilize community resources, manage supplies and volunteers, complete timely EMR documentation, and contribute to program improvement and performance initiatives
Partner with multidisciplinary teamsPartner with multidisciplinary teams through care conferences and treatment planning while maintaining clear communication and professional objectivity