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Therapeutic Recreation Specialist; 32 hours per week

MU Health Care
dental insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance
United States, Missouri, Columbia
1 Hospital Drive (Show on map)
Jun 24, 2026
Shift: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday - 10am-6:30pm. Part of a Saturday rotation (every fourth Saturday - will take off a weekday during that week). Saturdays 8am-4:30pm. Some holidays which is planned well in advance. Department: MUPC Therapy Compensation: * Base Pay Range:$19.15 (entry level qualifications) - $30.23 (highly experienced) per hour, based on experience. ABOUT THE JOB MU Health Care is looking for a passionate and dedicated Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to join our vibrant team! If you have a heart for enhancing patient well-being through innovative recreational activities, we want you to help us create meaningful experiences that promote healing and connection. The ideal candidate is a dynamic collaborator who thrives in an interdisciplinary environment, demonstrating exceptional communication skills and a genuine commitment to patient-centered care. With a proactive approach to developing tailored therapeutic programs, you will inspire patients to reach their goals while fostering a supportive atmosphere. Join us at MU Health Care, where your expertise will make a real difference in the lives of those we serve! ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals - including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital - and over 90 specialty clinics located throughout the region. As an MU Health Care employee, you'll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives.Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career. Learn more about MU Health Care. Learn more about living in mid-Missouri. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS * Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one * Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays * Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years * Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%) * Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more * See a comprehensive list of benefits here . DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION Evaluate patient therapeutic recreational needs, develop individual goals and objectives, and follow up on patient progress. Assess through observation patient group and social skills, use of communication, and problems, which would hinder re-integration. Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team (such as physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, and social workers) to develop and implement patient treatment plans. Work with other departments to coordinate services. Document patient progress towards goals and objectives and report progress in team rounds and conferences. Plan, conduct, coordinate, and supervise a variety of therapeutic recreation programs, including programming in leisure skills, social skills, diversional activities, and fitness. Provide educational and/or in-service training/programs as necessary to staff, volunteers, allied health professionals, community and patient families. May complete unit/department specific duties as outlined in department Documents REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor of Science in Recreational Therapy or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification, or certification eligible, by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC). Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and may require ambulating, remaining in a stationary position and positioning self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 lbs and occasionally move objects up to 25 lbs. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.