Travel Recreation/Recreational Therapist - $1,320 per week
LanceSoft is seeking a travel Recreation/Recreational Therapist for a travel job in Vallejo, California.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Recreation/Recreational Therapist
- Discipline: Therapy
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
We are seeking a Recreational or Expressive Therapist to support patients in an inpatient behavioral health setting. The role focuses on providing therapeutic interventions through activities such as art, music, movement, or recreation to support mental health recovery across children, adolescents, and adults.
Shift Details:
- Day Shift: 5 x 8 hours (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM)
- Schedule: Monday–Friday (1 full weekend shift per month required)
- Alternate Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday may be considered
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and lead therapeutic group sessions (art, music, recreation, movement, etc.)
- Provide individual and group therapy interventions
- Work with children, teens, and adult psychiatric patients
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (psychiatrists, nurses, social workers)
- Support patient engagement, coping skills, and emotional regulation
- Document patient progress and therapy sessions accurately
- Adapt activities based on patient needs and treatment plans
- Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 6 months of inpatient psychiatric experience (must include kids, teens, and adults)
- One of the following certifications/licenses:
- CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist)
- Drama Therapy Certification (Preferred)
- Music Therapy (MT-BC or equivalent)
- Art Therapy (ATR or equivalent)
- Movement/Dance Therapy Certification
- Yoga Therapy (C-IAYT with Trauma specialization or TCTSY-F)
Alternate Backgrounds Accepted:
- Social Worker (LMSW/LCSW)
- LMFT (Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist)
- Addictions Counselor
(Must be willing to incorporate therapeutic activity-based interventions)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in group therapy facilitation
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience working in behavioral health or psychiatric settings
Work Setting:
- Inpatient Behavioral Health / Psychiatric Facility
- Multidisciplinary care environment
About LanceSoft
Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022.Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we’re 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals.
Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.
Benefits- Weekly pay
- Medical benefits