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recreational therapist, behavioral health unit

VHC Health · US

Allied Health
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Not yet analysed
Demand60
Career growth50
Healthcare fit20
Remote potential10
5-year outlook
Salaries for recreational therapists typically align with allied health professions, with modest growth expected; exact figures depend on setting and experience.
Clinical license
Required
Applicant reach
narrow
Seniority
entry
Employment type
–
Date found
2026-09-14

Intelligence details

Why this is worth applying to

For allied health professionals with recreational therapy training, this is a relevant clinical role. However, the lack of job description details makes it hard to assess fit; consider contacting the employer for specifics.

Who should apply

Recreational therapists, therapeutic recreation specialists, and allied health graduates with relevant certification and behavioral health experience.

CV angle

Highlight experience in behavioral health settings, patient engagement, activity planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Emphasize certification and any experience with psychiatric or rehabilitation populations.

Skills to highlight

  • Therapeutic recreation
  • Behavioral health
  • Patient assessment
  • Activity planning
  • Documentation
  • Interdisciplinary teamwork

Role summary

Provides therapeutic recreation services to patients in a behavioral health unit, using activities to support treatment goals and improve patient well-being.

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