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Recreational Therapist

AvaMed Workforce
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/11/2026

AvaMed Inc. is a leading Healthcare Staffing Agency specializing in placing qualified providers throughout California State Correctional Facilities. We are currently seeking a Certified Recreational Therapist for a full-time
assignment at the correctional facility in Represa, CA. Must be Certified and must have a minimum of 1 year experience.

Position Details:

  • Certified Recreational Therapist
  • Full-Time
  • Location: Represa, CA
  • Schedule: Monday-Friday 7am - 3:30pm
  • Weekly Pay
  • Rate: $60/hr Traveler Rate (1099 rate available)



Job Duties/Requirements

  • Develop and implement specialized recreation therapy services for Patient-Inmates.
  • Provide therapeutic interventions that promote social interaction and healthy use of leisure time.
  • Support Patient-Inmates or Youth in preparing for reentry into the general population or other treatment levels.
  • Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team
  • Coordinate treatment services with primary clinicians, correctional counselors, and custody staff.
  • Evaluate recreation therapy needs with emphasis on:
  • Activities of daily living
  • Communication and social skills
  • Physical exercise and wellness
  • Development of positive coping strategies


If you are interested please submit a copy of your resume and one of our team members will reach out to you asap.

Salary : $60

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