Recreational Therapist Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of recreational therapist. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

Previously, I was responsible for self help, sensory stimulation, communication, adapted physical recreation and social interactions as outlined in each resident's therapeutic recreation plan.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Current National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification and Washington State registration to practice recreational therapy
• Prior experience in Behavioral Health setting preferred
• Knowledge of departmental sanitary practices
• Certified (or pending certification) as Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
• Previous experience in a geriatric setting, preferred
• Certification in Michigan in Therapeutic Recreation
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) through the AHA (American Heart Association)
• Recreational Therapy Certification

In response to your job posting for recreational therapist, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for assistance in outdoors recreation activities as dictated by the client’s schedule, including out-of-state travel, if required.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Experience – Experience working with a geriatric population in an in-patient psychiatric setting
• Current Recreational Therapist registration in Washington State
• Valid Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Certification (CTRS) from National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC)
• Experience in adult neuro rehab with adaptive sports experience
• NH Recreation License (CTRS-L) Preferred
• Working knowledge of PTSD
• Yoga instructor
• Experience with Mental Health Clients and Military Veterans

I am excited to be applying for the position of recreational therapist. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for safe, appropriate and effective massage therapy techniques for MIT Recreation members and community.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Prefer some experience
• MA Class 3 Motor Vehicle Operator’s License
• National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) or eligible
• Member of ATRA or NTRS
• Holds current CTRS certification through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification, or eligible to sit for the exam
• Current CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist), MT-BS (Music Therapist-Board Certified), ATR-BC (Art Therapist-Board Certified) or BC-DMT (Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist) or ADC (Activities Director Certified)
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) and CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)
• Knowledge of normal human growth and development over the lifespan

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the recreational therapist position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for age appropriate direct service to adult and geriatric patients which include: Recreational assessments, activities of daily living, symptom management, leisure, and music therapy groups.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Skilled in planning/organization, follow up/control, delegation, problem solving, self-development orientation, organizational behaviors/competencies, and stress tolerance
• Complete all mandatory competencies for system, CRS business unit and/or facility
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers CPR
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to coordinate Recreational therapy programs
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to develop and plan Recreational Therapy programs
• Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist is preferred
• Previous experience in Recreational Therapy is preferred
• Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist

I would like to submit my application for the recreational therapist opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for resources; Coordinate ordering and maintaining the materials and resources for therapeutic recreation activities at the PACE Center; Maintain and coordinate daily attendance and activity statistics; Develop and refine forms as needed to maintain statistics.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Certification strongly preferred (CTRS, MT-BC, ATR-BC, BC-DMT etc)
• Inpatient BH experience preferred
• Demonstrate knowledge of and promote resident rights including but not limited to the right to be free of restraints and free of abuse
• Follow dress code guidelines as per MVC policy and procedure
• Approach duties with a positive attitude and constructively support open communication, dedication and compassion
• Maintain effective communication with residents, families and facility staff
• Adhere to all established facility and commission policies and procedures
• Work wherever needed within the department and facility