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Recreational Therapist

Benchmark Human Services
Hobart, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/25/2026
Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Description

Since 1960, Benchmark has been connecting people and potential. We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees. We believe we are stronger, better, and more effective in our pursuits when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.

Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country.

Our Hobart, IN office is looking to hire a Recreational Therapist to provide therapeutic intervention to individuals served in a facility, community or home-based setting in Lake and Porter Counties.

New Increased Rates!

Full-Time benefits: $44-46/hr

Part-Time no benefits: $52-54/hr

Benefits

  • Health, vision and dental insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Profit sharing
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • Advancement Opportunities

Job Responsibilities

  • Maintain billable criteria.
  • Provide education to caregivers
  • Maintain CPR/First Aid Certification
  • Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of clients we serve.
  • Must report any suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation to supervisor or department head.
  • Implement community based, age appropriate, recreational activities
  • Completes documentation as required by state and federal regulations
  • Collect data to document progress of prioritized objectives for each client
  • Develop and implement recreation therapy strategies based on target objectives and goals
  • Complies with and implements all protocols for individuals including but not limited to: high risk plans, dining plans, seizure management plans, positioning schedules, etc.
  • Participate in Individual Support Plan or Person-Centered Plan for client served
  • Attend departmental meetings
  • Reasonable suspicion of a crime against an ICF/MR resident must be reported to Indiana State Department of Health and Law Enforcement (Elder Justice Act).
  • Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of all individuals
  • For a full and complete list, please contact HR

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field
  • Maintain CTRS Certification
  • Valid driver’s license

Interested candidates can apply online at BenchmarkHS.com/Careers Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Benchmark has provided services for 65 years. Learn more about our 65th anniversary celebration: 65 Years of Stories.

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Salary Description

$44 to $54/hr

Salary : $44 - $46

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