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Recreational Therapist

Amergis

Philadelphia, PAContract / Full-time$29/hrPosted 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$29/hr
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Schedule
Contract / Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Current Health Certificate

Job overview

Amergis seeks a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to develop individualized care plans and deliver skilled recreational therapy services in healthcare facilities, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and adhering to physician orders.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Certified Therapeutic Recreation SpecialistWater Safety and Health Fitness Instructor CertificationCPR Certification

Qualifications

One Year Recreation Therapy ExperienceMust Be 18+Current Health CertificateTB Questionnaire/Ppd/Chest X-Ray

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Recreational Therapist

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Pay: $29 / Hour

Hours: 35.00

Location: Philadelphia, PA

A Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist who in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team develops a plan of care for each therapy patient and provides skilled recreational therapy services in accordance with physician orders.

Minimum Requirements:

  • At least one year of current experience in RecreationTherapy preferred

  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) perstate/client requirement

  • Water Safety and Health Fitness Instructor certificationspreferred

  • Current CPR if applicable

  • TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

  • Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

  • Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

  • Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • 401(k) savings plan

  • Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Allied

Job Function: Allied | Recreational Therapist | Recreational Therapist

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0273

Contract Duration: 52

Pay Rate: $29 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-09-17

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