Recreation Therapist

Recreation Therapist opportunities You became a Recreation Therapist to help improve lives. Imagine the impact you can make with California Correctional Health Care Services (CCHCS). Increased Salaries are Just the Beginning…The past few years have seen dramatic shifts in the health care landscape. The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR)/CCHCS is poised to meet the evolving clinical care demands of our patient population while responding to the day-to-day needs of our dedicated Recreation Therapists.$106,704 - $$115,380.00 (Onsite)$$112,728.00 - $132,684.00 (Onsite Inpatient)Recruitment and Retention BonusRecreation Therapists newly hired with the state of CA are also eligible to receive a recruitment and retention bonus of up to $15,000 within the first 12 months of service.Referral BonusAll CCHCS/CDCR employees that refer a mental health clinician who is successfully hired by CCHCS may be eligible to receive a referral bonus of $5,000 per appointed referral.Additional Benefits of Working with CDCR/CCHCSBut increased salaries are just the beginning – our Recreation Therapists also enjoy comprehensive State of California benefits, including:Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Teams within a Community of ColleaguesRewarding Work with an underserved patient populationComprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverageSafety and Security provided by professional, well-trained Correctional OfficersGenerous Paid Time Off and Holiday ScheduleRobust retirement plans, including 401(k), 457(b), and State of California Pension – visit CalPERS.ca.gov for retirement formulasDedicated Assistance with Visa SponsorshipWide variety of Geographic Settings including the Northern California Coast, San Francisco Bay Area, California Capitol, and Southern CaliforniaCall To Action: Take the First Step and Apply TodayTo apply or learn more about these exciting opportunities, please click hereSpecial Requirements:Current certification or eligibility from the California Board of Recreation and Parks and/or the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification, Inc.Graduation with a bachelor's degree (minimum) in recreation therapy or recreation and leisure studies from an accredited college or university.We look forward to seeing your application and exploring how you can make a meaningful difference with CCHCS!EOE

Created: 2025-09-21