Recreation Therapist – WCMC Inpatient Occupational Therapy – Part Time – 8 Hours – Days – Temporary (Not To Exceed 2 Years)
JMHAS John Muir Health - Administrative Services
Apply to this job Walnut Creek Until 9/22/2026 0+ years exp First posted July 24, 2026 Last posted July 24, 2026
Job description
Job Description:
Recreational therapists, under the direction of an Occupational Therapist, are assigned to evaluate and treat patients to achieve maximum level of leisure independence. Patients seen have a variety of limitations and the therapists use their skills to assist patients to their full rehabilitation potential.Education:
- Bachelor of Arts Recreational Therapy And/Or
Certifications/Licensures:
- NCTRC - National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification or
- CBRPC - California Board of Recreation and Park Required
- BLS - Basic Life Support - Certification Required
This position is funded for a period of up to two years from the incumbent’s date of hire and is eligible for benefits.
Work shift: 8:00 - 4:30pm
Days worked per week: Sunday/Monday/Wednesday/Thursday
Hours worked per day: 8
Work Shift:
08.0 - 08:00 - 16:30 No Waive (United States of America)Pay Range:
$36.23 - $48.90HourlyOffer amounts are based on demonstrated/relevant experience and/or licensure.
Pay will be adjusted to the local market if hired outside of the Bay Area.
Note: Positions at JMH which are exempt (not eligible for overtime) under the level of Manager are listed as hourly for compensation purposes on this posting. The work shift will contain the word ‘exempt’ on it.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
32About this role
Summary
Evaluate and treat patients to promote leisure independence under OT supervision
Job title
Recreation Therapist
Experience level
entry level
Minimum experience
0+ years exp
Industry
healthcare
Location requirements
Must be in Walnut Creek, CA; remote not allowed
Salary
$0k–$0k
Management role
No
Skills & keywords
Required skills
recreational therapycertificationBLS
Preferred skills
None specified
Specializations
recreational therapyoccupational therapy
Locations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Walnut Creek, CA, USA
On-site City