Recreational Therapist
Sentara HealthVirginia Beach, Virginia, United States
Posted January 30, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce.
Job Description
The Recreational Therapist plans and implements medically prescribed recreational therapy program for patients based on their diagnosis, acuity, level of function and cognition that supports optimum patient care.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Level Degree (Required)
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) Certification (Required)
- Basic Life Support (Required) within 90 days of hire
- Behavioral Health- De-escalation and physical intervention training within 15 days of hire
- 1 year Related work experience (Required)
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan