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Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

North Ridge Health and Rehab
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 12/14/2025 CLOSED ON 1/6/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist position at North Ridge Health and Rehab?

North Ridge Health and Rehab in New Hope, MN is looking to hire an Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to join our team. Are you looking for a career with a health care company that will value you? Do you want to be part of a dynamic and caring clinical team? If so, please read on!

This Therapeutic Recreation Specialist position earns a competitive salary, we also provide comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, a flexible spending account (FSA), a 401(k) plan, paid time off (PTO), life insurance, continuing education unit (CEU) reimbursement, on-site day care at a 50% discounted rate for full time and Part-time employees, pet insurance and daily pay options. If this sounds like the right opportunity in health care for you, apply today!

The Recreation Specialist is responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of our Therapeutic Recreation program which meets the physical, mental, psycho-social, and spiritual needs of our residents.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate must have a special interest in working with geriatric residents. In addition, the individual must assume responsibility for learning and following therapeutic recreational techniques and documentation procedures. Position requires the ability to generate enthusiasm during programs and be willing to participate in special events. Excellent communication skills are needed. The ability to follow oral and written directions is needed as well. Applicants certified in Therapeutic Recreation are preferred.

Duties:

Major job functions of the Recreation Specialist include Planning and conducting activity programs under direct supervision; assisting with outings; recruiting and transporting residents to and from programs; conducting one to one therapeutic visit with residents; assisting in planning special events; responsible for a caseload of residents and records daily attendance; gives input for care/family conferences; assisting with decorations and publicity of therapeutic programs

WORK SCHEDULE

This full-time health care position works 8-hour shifts. 8am-4:30pm with a one Saturday every other month.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR REHABILITATION TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this rehabilitation nursing job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you

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