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Arlington Heights, IL4 days ago

Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties.

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Carbondale, IL2 days ago

In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans. Provide training, assistance and supervision to individuals receiving care in the areas of living skills, therapeutic recreation, and other forms of assistance in both residential and community settings.

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Carbondale, IL5 days ago

$15–$17

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Mount Prospect, IL5 days ago

$18–$20

In a variety of locations and community-based settings, we offer a range of programs, including vocational and therapy programs, day treatments, and specialized services for infants, children, adolescents, Military Service Members and Veterans. NeuroRestorative, a part of the Sevita family, provides rehabilitation services for people of all ages with brain, spinal cord and medically complex injuries, illnesses and other challenges.

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ALGONQUIN, ILToday

$2,055–$2,118

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable. You will gain valuable experience with diverse student needs, refine your skills in educationally relevant OT, and enjoy working within a structured school schedule while exploring all that the Algonquin and Carpentersville area has to offer.

Gurnee, IL30+ days ago

The Recreational and Movement Therapist will design and facilitate structured recreational and movement-based therapeutic activities that promote emotional regulation, physical wellness, confidence, and social engagement. Preferred qualifications include: • Degree in Recreation Therapy, Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Movement Therapy, Dance Therapy, Occupational Therapy, or related field.

Springfield, Illinois30+ days ago

The Memorial Horizons Program provides students enrolled in Radiography, Surgical Technology, and Sonography degree programs with a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive financial support, and secure a pathway to employment at Memorial Health after graduation. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited allied health program that aligns with Memorial’s workforce needs, maintain the minimum required GPA and have completed all prerequisite coursework.

Springfield, IL30+ days ago

$1,283.70–$1,483.70

Public transit and regional bus connections serve the city center, providing access to shopping districts, restaurants, and community events suitable for clinicians seeking a balanced, quiet to moderately paced environment. The area includes nearby outdoor options such as Lincoln Memorial Garden and Lake Springfield with boating and fishing within 15–20 minutes of downtown, supporting a suburban lifestyle with cultural and recreational amenities.

Downers Grove, IL30+ days ago

Part-time

MWU, located on a beautiful, spacious 105-acre campus 25 miles west of Chicago, includes the College of Health Sciences, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Pharmacy, College of Dental Medicine-Illinois, College of Graduate Studies, and College of Optometry, with a new program in Veterinary Medicine planned. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs, and over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the healthcare team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.

Schiller Park, Illinois21 days ago

This position supports patients in Schiller Park, Westchester, and surrounding areas and is eligible for a $5,000 first year success bonus to reward the accomplishment of key achievements during your first year! Grounded by our belief that outstanding care is best delivered in a team-based environment, our Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant collaborate to provide management and delivery of patient care plans.

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Rushville, IL4 days ago

Located in Rushville, Illinois – the facility is within commuting distance of Macomb, about an hour drive from Springfield, and a few hours’ drive from Chicago, St. Louis and the Quad Cities. Liberty Healthcare’s clinical team is comprised of over forty Psychologists, Clinical Social Workers, Counselors, Behavioral Technicians, Recreation Therapists and ancillary professionals.

Chicago, IL23 days ago

The Recreation Therapy team work with patients in our Inpatient Rehabilitation units (Brain injury, Stroke, SCI and general rehab) and conduct evaluations based on patients past leisure and community involvements in order to maximize independence in leisure skills. Schwab Rehabilitation offers group and 1 on 1 treatment/care in a unique therapeutic environment featuring 7 large treatment gyms, multiple private treatment rooms, a warm-water indoor therapeutic pool and an award-winning therapeutic rooftop garden.

Rushville, IL21 days ago

Located in Rushville, Illinois - the facility is within commuting distance of Macomb, about an hour drive from Springfield, and a few hours' drive from Chicago, St. Louis and the Quad Cities. Liberty Healthcare's clinical team is comprised of over forty Psychologists, Clinical Social Workers, Counselors, Behavioral Technicians, Recreation Therapists and ancillary professionals.

Joliet, IL30+ days ago

$22.58–$32.70 Per Hour

The Activity Therapist directs patient participation in selected activities such as games, social activities, sports or music to create an atmosphere of sociability, to provide a means of creative expression and to facilitate the learning skills for recreating during hospitalization and after discharge in the community. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

Joliet, Illinois30+ days ago

$22.58–$32.70 Per Hour

Champaign, IL11 days ago

Part-time

12.Provides courteous, high-quality service to Rosecrance employees, representative of outsideagencies and members of the public by providing accurate, complete and up-to-date information, in acourteous, efficient and timely manner. 2.Develops, plans, implements, and evaluates group experiential therapy programming in designatedtreatment programs under direct clinical supervision.

Rockford, Illinois30+ days ago

Provides courteous, high quality service to Rosecrance employees, representative of outside agencies and members of the public by providing accurate, complete and up-to-date information, in a courteous, efficient and timely manner. Develops, plans, implements, and evaluates group experiential therapy programming in designated treatment program/s under direct clinical supervision.

Waukegan, IL30+ days ago

$16–$17 Per Hour

Interns will observe and lead programs, drive pick-up and drop off routes and fieldtrips, assist in childrens camps or leisure education activities in special education classrooms, complete assessments and one case study, and complete a major project. Description/Duties: Special Recreation Services of Northern Lake County (SRSNLC) and the Waukegan Park District offers an excellent opportunity for students pursuing a career in Therapeutic Recreation and as required by the National Council on Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC).

Chicago, IL30+ days ago

The Recreation Coordinator is responsible for the planning, supervision and implementation of recreational programs for the elderly, as part of a multi-disciplinary team serving LCHC's Program for All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). The Coordinator builds a sense of community and warm social atmosphere for the participants, evaluates their needs, and develops group and individual programming to meet those needs.

Chicago, IL28 days ago

$22.25–$36.38 Per Hour

Under the direction of the Charge Nurse, Clinical Managers/Manager of Clinical Services or Unit Director, functions as a leader of milieu activities and supporter of clinical operations within the treatment team. At Lurie Children's, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints - recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond.

Chicago, IL30+ days ago

$22.25–$36.38 Per Hour

Under the direction of the Charge Nurse, Clinical Managers/Manager of Clinical Services or Unit Director, functions as a leader of milieu activities and supporter of clinical operations within the treatment team. At Lurie Childrens, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond.

Chicago, Illinois30+ days ago

Under the direction of the Charge Nurse, Clinical Managers/Manager of Clinical Services or Unit Director, functions as a leader of milieu activities and supporter of clinical operations within the treatment team. At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond.

Chicago, Illinois30 days ago

Under the direction of the Charge Nurse, Clinical Managers/Manager of Clinical Services or Unit Director, functions as a leader of milieu activities and supporter of clinical operations within the treatment team. At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond.

Evanston, IL30 days ago

$39.47–$55.26 Per Hour

NATURE OF WORK: Under the direction of the Recreation Manager and/or designee, this position is primarily responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing, and managing Accessible Recreation Special Olympics and camp program services for individuals with disabilities of all ages. Works to develop collaborative partnerships with any applicable external stakeholder organization, while working with internal staff in development and continued improvement or modification of all Accessible Recreation program offerings.

Lombard, IL30+ days ago

Provide overall leadership and maintain a balanced resident centered activity program for the whole Sunrise community according to the Activity Program Guidelines and Programming Guide(s). The Activities Assistant will assist in the development and leading of the community’s engaging resident centered activities and volunteer programs and services for the community.

Bloomingdale, IL18 days ago

Marklund is a nonprofit organization that provides residential, educational and therapy services to infants, children, teens and adults with serious and profound developmental disabilities and special healthcare needs. Marklund Day School is a well-known and respected nonpublic school serving students ages Pre K-22 who come to our school’s program through partnerships with various Chicago suburban school districts.

Champaign, IL30+ days ago

The ideal Chief Executive Officer (CEO) candidate will be responsible for directing the day-to-day operations, managing and developing staff, assuring high quality care, sound fiscal operations, maintaining a strong referral base and compliance with Joint Commission and CMS regulations while continually monitoring the facility's services and delivery systems. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

La Grange, IL30+ days ago

The Memory Care Coordinator will be the process champion to implement and oversee the Memory Care points of distinction established in the areas of Embrace Wellness, Embrace Enrichment, Embrace Creativity, Embrace Connection, Embrace Challenge and Embrace Teamwork. Language Skills: Acceptable fluency in English in order to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with supervisors, coworkers, residents, and applicable third parties.

Springfield, Illinois15 days ago

Registered Nurse (RN) - 3B Inpatient Rehabilitation Services: will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Social Services, Pastoral Care, Recreational Therapy and Neuropsychology to progress patients to home. Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must be able to position and/or transfer an average adult patient and possess gross coordination sufficient to perform other patient care duties as required.

Chicago, IL21 days ago

Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital is a 102-bed, freestanding, nonprofit rehabilitation facility offering a full continuum of care-from acute care to inpatient rehabilitation to outpatient therapy-for both adults and children. Sinai Chicago is seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and energetic Full-Time Inpatient Occupational Therapist (Rotator) to join our highly skilled and respected therapy team.

Springfield, IL14 days ago

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Gibson, AR4 days ago

This program of all-inclusive care is designed to allow participants of the program to remain in their own homes and communities while providing their caregivers with much needed relief and emotional support. The physician would be housed at the primary PACE Clinic in North Little Rock and would occasionally need to go and do assessments of the patients in their homes or in the nursing home setting when necessary.

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Gibson, AR1 day ago

Orland Park, Illinois30+ days ago

Meets weekly or as scheduled with Life Enrichment Department staff to coordinate accountabilities of the department. Apply to join us in our Life Enrichment department as we continuously are working with residents in a positive and fun environment!

Glen Ellyn, IL14 days ago

To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year. Works with the Wellness Director to develop the curriculum and lesson plans necessary to ensure classes are delivered to address the wellness objectives of the participants.

Elgin, IL30+ days ago

The Memory Care Director will be the process owner to implement and oversee the Memory Care points of distinction established in the areas of Embrace Wellness, Embrace Enrichment, Embrace Creativity, Embrace Connection, Embrace Challenge and Embrace Teamwork. Type of Experience: Working with individuals with Dementia including leading programs, handling complex behavioral issues, and educating staff on families on Alzheimer's or Dementia related topics.

Chicago, IL30+ days ago

Schwab Rehabilitation offers 1 on 1 treatment/care in a unique therapeutic environment featuring 7 large treatment gyms, multiple private treatment rooms, a warm-water indoor therapeutic pool and an award-winning therapeutic rooftop garden. Schwab Rehabilitation Hospital is a freestanding, not-for-profit, 102-licensed bed facility located in Chicago and offers the continuum of care from acute care to inpatient rehab to outpatient therapy for adults and children.

Chicago, IL30+ days ago

This unique opportunity allows the Occupational Therapist to expand their skills by working as a member of a large interdisciplinary team that rotates every six months to one of our 6 clinical areas - outpatient, acute and inpatient rehab (spinal cord injury, brain injury, general and stroke) and join our highly trained and respected therapy team. Schwab Rehabilitation offers 1 on 1 treatment/care in a unique therapeutic environment featuring 7 large treatment gyms, multiple private treatment rooms, a warm-water indoor therapeutic pool and an award-winning therapeutic rooftop garden.

Chicago, IL30+ days ago

This unique opportunity allows the Physical Therapist to expand their skills by working as a member of a large interdisciplinary team that rotates every six months to one of our 5 clinical areas - outpatient, Inpatient rehab (spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke and general) and Acute care at Mount Sinai Hospital. Schwab Rehabilitation offers 1 on 1 treatment/care in a unique therapeutic environment featuring 7 large treatment gyms, multiple private treatment rooms, a warm-water indoor therapeutic pool and an award-winning therapeutic rooftop garden.

Chicago, IL11 days ago

Schwab Rehabilitation offers 1 on 1 treatment/care in a unique therapeutic environment featuring 7 large treatment gyms, multiple private treatment rooms, a warm-water indoor therapeutic pool and an award-winning therapeutic rooftop garden. Schwab Rehabilitation is a freestanding, not-for-profit, 102-licensed bed facility located in Chicago and offers the continuum of care from acute care to inpatient rehab to outpatient therapy for adults and children.

Chicago, IL30+ days ago

STREAMWOOD, IL30+ days ago

Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) functions as and active and integral part of the Treatment Team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from children, adolescents, and adults depending on the Unit assigned.

Zion, IL30+ days ago

The Stepping Stones Group is searching for YOU to join our dynamic team in Franklin Park, IL - open to onsite or teletherapy services! The Stepping Stones Group is searching for YOU to join our dynamic team in Lake Villa, IL - open to onsite services or hybrid model!

Orland Park, IL30+ days ago

Rockford, IL14 days ago

Part-time employees (29 or fewer hours per week) are eligible for Voluntary Life, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Identity Protection, and Cyber Monitoring. Montessori Program/Lifestyle Development: Design and implement a diverse range of activities that align with Montessori principles, focusing on sensory engagement, practical life skills, and cognitive stimulation.

Alton, Illinois30+ days ago

Reporting to the Director of Residential Services, the Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional/ Residential Site Manager is responsible for managing housing programs which provide people who have different abilities opportunities to live in a home-based environment—achieving the highest level of independence possible. Must pass DCFS Abuse and Neglect Tracking System check Must pass driving history check and Company policy criteria, maintain valid driver’s license and be 21 or older to drive Company van (or 25 or older to drive 15-person-capacity van at some sites).

Lincolnshire, IL23 days ago

$65,000–$72,000 Per Year

Sedgebrook Senior Living is looking for a passionate Health Center Life Enrichment Manager to lead and deliver dynamic, person-centered programs that enrich the lives of our residents and support whole-person wellness. Experience in therapeutic recreation or activity programming (healthcare or senior living preferred).

Swansea, IL30+ days ago

$55,000–$65,000 Per Year

Assist Residents with disabilities in completing their activities of daily living including grocery shopping, cooking, cleaning, laundry, driving Residents to appointments, shopping, or social activities, monitoring, and documenting the delivery of medications, and bathing or helping Residents with proper hygiene. Job Description: Reporting to the Director of Residential Services, the Residential Site Manager is responsible for managing housing programs which provide people who have different abilities opportunities to live in a home-based environment-achieving the highest level of independence possible.

Oak Park, IL7 days ago

$68,000–$72,000 Per Year

The Director of Activities and Memory Care brings our research-based programming, exceptional care, and hospitality driven culture to life by creating meaningful connections and purposeful experiences for our residents. This position serves as the community's dementia expert, working collaboratively with the Director of Resident Care Services to ensure appropriate levels of care, regulatory compliance, and high resident and family satisfaction.

Chicago, IL23 days ago

Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living and award-winning Memory Care, we offer a vibrant and intellectually rich community where seniors can thrive as they age, actively shaped by employees, residents and neighbors. Our most successful team members are deeply committed to serving seniors and align closely with our core values: Trust, Respect, Teamwork, Dignity, Integrity, Ownership, and Learning.

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Recreational Therapy Jobs in Illinois

Recreational Therapist - Inpatient Headache Unit - Days and Evenings Endeavor Health

Direct Support Professional Sevita

Life Skills Trainer Sevita

Caregiver Sevita

Travel Occupational Therapist (OT) - $2,055 to $2,118 per week in Algonquin, IL AlliedTravelCareers

Recreational/Movement Therapist TabulaRasa Integrative Health Inc.

Physical Therapy Assistant Students - Horizons Program Memorial Health

Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - $1,284 to $1,484 per week in Springfield, IL Jackson Therapy Partners

Assistant Professor- IL- Physical Therapy Midwestern University

Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant $5,000 Bonus Graham Healthcare Group

Recreation Therapist Liberty Healthcare Corporation

Recreation Therapist Sinai Health System Inc

Recreation Therapist Liberty Healthcare Corp

Recreation/Activity Therapist II Prime Healthcare Services Inc

Recreation/Activity Therapist II Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet

Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Rosecrance Inc.

Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Rosecrance

Intern - Special Recreation SEA WAUKEGAN PARK DISTRICT

Recreation Coordinator Lawndale Christian Health Center

Milieu Therapist Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Milieu Therapist- Part- Time Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Milieu Therapist- Part- Time Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Milieu Therapist Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Accessible Recreation Coordinator: Special Olympics and Camps City of Evanston

Activities Assistant Sunrise Senior Living

Day School Principal (Type 75 and LBS1 required) Marklund

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Pavilion Behavioral Health University Health Services Inc

Memory Care Coordinator Senior Lifestyle Corp

Registered Nurse (RN), Inpatient Rehab 3B (Nights) Memorial Health

Occupational Therapist Sinai Health System Inc

Registered Nurse (RN), Inpatient Rehab 3B (Nights) Taylorville Memorial Hospital

RN - Acute Care (Medical-Surgical Unit) Baptist Health

RN Med Surg - Patient Care Coordinator Baptist Health

Life Enrichment Facilitator Smith Crossing

Fitness Instructor Brookdale Senior Living Inc

Director of Memory Care Senior Lifestyle Corp

PHYSICAL THERAPIST- OP Sinai Health System Inc

Occupational therapist- OP Sinai Health System Inc

PHYSICAL THERAPIST- inpatient Sinai Health System Inc

PHYSICAL THERAPIST- Peds/Adult Sinai Health System Inc

Registry Inpatient Occupational Therapist Sinai Health System Inc

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Full Time - Varied Shifts University Health Services Inc

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) The Stepping Stones Group LLC

Life Enrichment Facilitator Smith Senior Living

Activities Director Bickford Senior Living LLC

Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional Challenge Unlimited

Health Center Life Enrichment Manager Life Care Companies LLC

Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional Challenge Unlimited Inc

Director-of-activities-and-memory-care Belmont Village, L.P.

Memory-care-director Belmont Village, L.P.

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