Recreation Therapist

Summary Clinical Recreation Therapist (RT) position functions in the Medical Foster Care (MFH) & Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) programs, full performance RT functions as an independent clinical practitioner providing comprehensive therapeutic recreation specialty rehabilitation services to Veterans & family members in their homes. Collaborates with MFH & HBPC programs staff, guides & directs patient treatment to assist so Veteran obtains optimal levels of functioning while maintaining independence. Responsibilities This vacancy will remain open until filled. The first cut-off date is Wednesday, November 19, 2025. Additional applications will be referred as needed. (NOTE: Applications expire after 90 days. Please update application thru USAJobs if you wish to be reconsidered.) Duties include, but are not limited to: Clinical Providing recreational therapy services to Veterans enrolled in the El Paso VA, specifically the MFH and HBPC programs. Functioning with independent judgment to administer and interpret recreation therapy assessments and utilizing clinical competencies to develop unconventional assessment and interviewing approaches to effectively elicit information. Providing direct 1:1 treatment and services that require the exercise of mature professional judgment and the flexible use of a wide range of clinical skills. Carrying full professional responsibility for cases presenting a wide range of psychosocial and medical issues with no limitations (within his/her scope of clinical privileges) as to the range of service to be performed. Reviewing recreation therapy consults and conducting comprehensive evaluations and assessments, then analyzing, interpreting and reporting assessment data based upon functional domains (cognitive, sensory, social, affective, physical, and leisure). Recommending adaptation, modification, and/or assistive technology to meet a patient's assessed needs and preferences in recreation therapy. Responsible for planning, organizing, conducting, and supervising a comprehensive and complex therapeutic/ self-directed Recreation Therapy program that addresses the physical limitations, communicative disorders, cognitive deficits, social, emotional and/ or behavior reactions for adult Veterans of all ages. Responsible for administering interventions utilizing program adaptations to enhance the patient's potential and improve/support clinical outcomes, in accordance with the interdisciplinary treatment plans and predetermined treatment goals. Documenting the treatment rendered and the Veteran's progress and response to treatment in the medical record in timely manner per facility policy. Responsible for planning and executing recreational activities that may occur during the evening hours, nights, weekends and holidays. Administrative/Program Participating in the overall activities of the Medical Foster Program. Participating in program planning and the development of working relationships with community agencies and resources. Collecting, compiling, maintaining and/or tracking statistical records and information for the completion of required reports and in support of service operations, as required, within specified deadlines; submits data on patient contacts promptly and accurately to program office for monthly statistic. Completing all statistical and administrative reports according to Recreation Therapy Service and Medical Center Policies. Reviewing, providing, inputting and making recommendations on supply and equipment acquisition and personnel needs in recreation therapy. Teaching/Training May participate in research, education, evaluations and studies. Maintaining personal professional competence through participation in appropriate educational activities. Assisting in teaching and providing learning experiences for Music Therapy, Creative Arts Therapy, and Recreation Therapy students. Maintaining valid state driver's license and vehicle insurance. Participating in staff orientation and in-service activities. Work Schedule: Typical tour of duty is Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:45pm but may be adjusted due to needs of the facility Telework: Ad-hoc available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 54691F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the

Created: 2026-03-07