Recreation Therapist

Company: Cross Country Healthcare
Location: Long Beach
Posted on: March 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Recreational Therapist – PACE Program Full-Time | San Francisco, CA Estimated Pay Range: $34.37 – $38.85/hour Comprehensive Benefits Package Available Role Overview We are hiring a Recreational Therapist to lead and deliver a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program for PACE participants. This role is central to enhancing quality of life for older adults through individualized and group-based recreational therapy, social engagement, and community integration. You’ll work closely with an interdisciplinary care team to support participants’ physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being in a culturally responsive environment. What You’ll Do Design, coordinate, and implement daily recreational and social programming in the PACE Day Center Conduct participant assessments to identify care needs, preferences, and therapeutic goals Establish and monitor individualized recreation-related goals as part of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) care plan Lead and oversee group and individual activities, community outings, holiday events, and special programs Collaborate with the Center Manager to ensure a safe, engaging day room environment and mitigate risk factors (e.g., falls, wandering) Supervise and provide leadership to recreation aides and volunteers Build partnerships with community organizations, instructors, and performers to enhance programming Document assessments, progress notes, and updates in Epic accurately and efficiently Communicate changes in participant condition to the IDT, caregivers, and clinical staff as needed Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Therapeutic Recreation or Recreational Therapy from an accredited institution or Bachelor’s degree in Recreation with a specialization in Therapeutic Recreation Current BLS and First Aid certification Knowledge of social and recreational programming tailored to older adult populations Fluency in English and Chinese (Cantonese) — required Benefits & Additional Information Competitive compensation Free medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee, spouse, and/or children Employer contribution to 401(k) Full-time, FLSA Non-Exempt position Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity Consideration given to qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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