Travel Recreational Therapist Job
Recreational Therapist travel assignment in Vallejo, California. Start date June 15, 2026 for 13 weeks. Weekly pay is $1,231 to $1,347. Guaranteed hours are 40 per week. Shift: Days, eight hours per day. Work setting: healthcare environment. This is a travel - temporary assignment through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,231–$1,347 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Days, 8 hours per day
- Start date: June 15, 2026
- Location: Vallejo, California
- Employment type: Travel - Temporary Assignment
Responsibilities
- Plan, direct, and coordinate recreation-based treatment programs for people with disabilities or injuries, or mental illnesses.
- Provide treatment services and recreational therapy using techniques such as arts and crafts, animal-assisted activities, sports, games, dance and movement, drama, music, and community outings.
- Assess patient needs and develop individualized treatment plans to support rehabilitation and well-being.
- Document patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed; maintain accurate therapy records.
- Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to align goals and measure outcomes.
- Promote patient engagement and safety during activities; adapt approaches to individual abilities and needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy or a closely related field (required or equivalent per policy)
- CTRS certification or eligibility strongly preferred
- Ability to work in a day-shift environment (40 hours per week) and engage with diverse patient populations
- Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain prior to or during assignment
- Must be able to meet any assignment-specific credentialing requirements as part of the onboarding process
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the travel period
- Fast credentialing process to accelerate onboarding
- Housing assistance options available
- Nationwide travel assignments for eligible clinicians
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If this position isn’t a perfect match, explore additional travel openings with Healthforce Healthcare LLC at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply
PAY DISCLAIMER
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
About Healthforce
Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.
We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.
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Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.
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Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.
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We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.
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- Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.
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Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.
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