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Recreation Therapist

CONSUMER DIRECTED SERVICES INC.
Laurel, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 8/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/31/2026
Job Opportunity

Role: Responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating recreation- or music-based treatment programs for individuals with disabilities, injuries, or illnesses.

Key duties: Assess patients, develop treatment plans, facilitate activities, operate and maintain therapy equipment, and document progress.

Supervision: Lead lower-level vocational staff.

Work environment: Primarily with adult psychiatric patients.

Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm.

Qualifications and skills: Requires integrity, attention to detail, punctuality, organization, teamwork, professionalism, excellent communication, problem-solving, multi-tasking, dependability, ethical conduct, confidentiality, and compassion.

Preferred: Bachelor's Degree and 0-2 years of experience.

Additional requirements: Valid Driver's License and proof of auto insurance.

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