Join the ICHS Team!

Discover how you can make an impact on people, communities and creating greater health equity.

International Community Health Services (ICHS) is a nationally-recognized federally qualified health center, and for over 45 years ICHS has provided culturally and linguistically appropriate health and wellness services, including increasing health equity for uninsured and medically underserved individuals of all languages and walks of life. We firmly believe that access to quality health care strengthens our families and communities, and promotes a more just society. We take pride in our diverse and inclusive workforce and at ICHS we value respect and support each other so each individual can achieve his or her full potential. We invite you to join us and be inspired by colleagues that share your mission and purpose.

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We offer

• Competitive salary for the Seattle/Puget Sound region
• “Share the success” bonuses
• Insurance premiums 100% paid by ICHS
• Paid time off accrual up to 200 hours annually with up to 264 hours rollover year to year
• Automatic 4% retirement contribution
• 9 paid holidays a year, including 2 personal holidays
• Reimbursement for professional licensure

Under the supervision of the Recreational Therapy Supervisor, and as a member of the interdisciplinary team, assess the needs, interests and capabilities of participants and develop individualized therapeutic recreation plans. In addition, plan, organize, direct and participate in a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program tailored to the general and individualized needs and limitations of frail elderly program participants. Provide leadership, supervision and support to the Recreational Assistant. This position is a member of the Interdisciplinary Team, pursuant to 42 CFR §§ 460.102(b) and (d), and meets applicable certification requirements to represent the Recreational Therapist/Activity Coordinator role.

Education - Certified as a Therapeutic Recreational Specialist or Certification as an activity director (ADC) by the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals or have 2 years’ experience in a social or recreational programs providing and coordinating services for a frail or elderly population within the last 5 years, one of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting.
Experience - Minimum of two years working with a frail or elderly population. Two years’ experience in a social or recreational program providing and coordinating services for the frail or elderly within the last five years, one of which was full time in a patient activities program within a health care setting.
Other Requirement(s) - N/A