[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Universal Health Services jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Universal Health Services · ABBEVILLE, Louisiana # Activity Recreational Therapist (CTRS) ABBEVILLE, Louisiana Full-time Healthcare & Clinical Listed on Universal Health Services’s official careers site. Posted September 30, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Universal Health Services’s careers site →](https://careers-uhsinc.icims.com/jobs/368219/login) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Universal Health Services](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/) / Activity Recreational Therapist (CTRS) ## Job description ### Responsibilities Recreation Therapist Horizon Health is seeking a rec therapist to join our team at Abbeville General Hospital in Abbeville, LA. This is a 16 bed inpatient psychiatric unit treating ages 18+. The Recreational Therapist is responsible for providing high quality patient care, displaying good skills in assessment, treatment planning, group and individual treatment. Additionally, they are responsible for functioning well as a member of the multidisciplinary team and participating in the community relations program. The recreational therapist is expected to adhere to all ethical standards, codes of conduct, and licensing requirements as well as uphold client confidentiality and privacy rights. ### Responsiblities Assessment And Evaluation: Performs Activity Therapy Assessment on assigned patients within 72 hours of admission Identifies patient’s ability to utilize leisure time in a healthy, productive manner. Actively participates in the development of the Master Treatment Plan by presenting pertinent information and conclusions identified through the assessment and incorporating therapeutic interventions. ### Therapeutic Interventions Develops realistic and measurable goals and desired outcomes incorporating patient and family goals, when appropriate. Identifies and prioritize objective, functional and observable therapeutic interventions based on assessment, identified issues and estimated length of stay. Completes designated portion of multidisciplinary continuing care plan. ### Crisis Intervention Offer crisis intervention and support to clients in acute distress. Assess risk factors and make appropriate referrals when necessary. ### Documentation and Reporting Accurately and thoroughly documents assessment and patient activity using appropriate clinical terminology. Maintain accurate and confidential client records, including progress notes, treatment plans, and assessments. Prepare and submit required reports in accordance with legal and ethical guidelines. ### Client Education Educate clients about mental health conditions, treatment options, coping strategies and self-care techniques. Promote mental health awareness and prevention within the community. ### Collaboration and Consultation Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, nurses, and social workers, to coordinate care. Consult with colleagues on complex cases and treatment approaches. Collaborate with court systems when necessary. Is a member of the Referral Development Committee. Effectively participates in the referral development process. Performs other duties as assigned/required by this position. ### Benefit Highlights for full-time positions Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Long and Short-term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts; Healthcare Savings Account Life Insurance Career development opportunities within the company Tuition Assistance Rewarding work environment – Enjoy going to work every day Who we are & where you can make a difference: Quality care is our passion; improving lives is our reward. Horizon Health, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, is a leading behavioral services management company. Horizon Health Behavioral Health Services has been leading the way in partnering with hospitals to manage their behavioral health programs for over 40 years. With an unparalleled breadth of services, Horizon Health has singular expertise in behavioral health conditions and comprehensive care settings. Whether it involves the planning, development and implementation of a new behavioral health service line, or the successful management of an existing behavioral health service, Horizon Health has extensive expertise in successfully addressing concerns unique to hospital-based programs. ### Qualifications Bachelor's degree in recreational, art, or music therapy required Licensed/certified by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation required (CTRS) within 9 months of hire. Secure training required within 60 days of hiring, renew annually thereafter. BLS required EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 30, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 18 days - Location: ABBEVILLE, Louisiana - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on Universal Health Services’s careers site →](https://careers-uhsinc.icims.com/jobs/368219/login) ## More jobs at Universal Health Services ### [Activity Therapist- Part time weekends](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/jobs/349dad4ca029bc8cbfce/) ABBEVILLE, Louisiana ### [Clinical Assessment Coordinator - PRN](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/jobs/c738e68ef2dbaa8e5f44/) ABBEVILLE, Louisiana ### [Nurse Manager (Behavioral Health)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/jobs/be483d65214347471b6f/) ABBEVILLE, Louisiana ### [RN- PRN](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/jobs/f5a78f7d8553e9678fd1/) ABBEVILLE, Louisiana ### [Director of Behavioral Health](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/universal-health-services/jobs/84ce99d536db53e582bb/) ABBEVILLE, Louisiana ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [CTRS / Therapeutic Recreational Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/brightspring-health-services/jobs/82fcdbca817b84a4832e/) BrightSpring Health Services · AUSTIN, Texas ### [CTRS / Therapeutic Recreational Specialist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/brightspring-health-services/jobs/6d76a5ee14cee2adc182/) BrightSpring Health Services · DALLAS, Texas ### [Activity & Events Coordinator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/83bcabdd8063e21b73ac/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · Austin, Texas, United States of America ### [Flatbed Home Daily CDL Truck Driver | Activity-Based Pay | Bessemer, AL](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ruan-transportation/jobs/d38bc1f47d8fb95d6545/) Ruan Transportation · Bessemer, AL ### [Recreational Vehicle Inspector](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/copart/jobs/685eb73a1e91797272ff/) Copart · NPA Denver South, CO OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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