Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Tue - Sat 11a-7p

Elizabeth Seton Children’s Foundation Ltd; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Therapeutic Recreation Therapist to enhance the quality of life for residents through innovative programming. This role involves assessing individual needs, planning engaging activities, and maintaining documentation to ensure a therapeutic environment. The ideal candidate will possess a B.S. degree in Therapeutic Recreation Therapy and relevant certification, along with experience working with children facing physical and cognitive challenges. Join a compassionate team committed to promoting diversity and excellence in care, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Therapeutic Recreation Therapy and certification required.
• One year of experience preferred, especially with challenged children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead group and individual recreational activities.
• Maintain records and progress reports for residents.
• Assist in decorating and planning special events.

Skills

Recreational Programming

Assessment Skills

Documentation

Event Planning

Education

B.S. degree in Therapeutic Recreation Therapy

Certification in Therapeutic Recreation Therapy

Job description

Responsibilities

POSITION SUMMARY:

The purpose of this salaried, exempt CTRS position is to promote a therapeutic environment for all residents by assessing recreational preferences, creating and implementing innovative group and individualized recreation programming, maintaining timely documentation, and enhancing quality of life through individualized person-centered interventions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promotes Elizabeth Seton Children’s Mission and Core Values of Respecting and Embracing Diversity, Excellence, Collaboration, Innovation, Evolution, Growth and Change and Loving Relationships by bringing these values to life in the organization.

• To plan and lead group and individual activities

• Maintain and record quarterly and annual progress reports

• Keep daily statistics

• Complete initial resident assessment

• Assist in decorating of facility for holidays and events

• Assist in the selection, planning and implementation of special events

• Maintain supplies in an orderly and safe manner

• Assist in selection and ordering of supplies

• Attend plan of care and physiatry meetings

• Attend in service training sessions

• Perform any duties relevant to the function of the department

• Maintain flexible work schedule to assist in needed situations or emergencies

• As assigned by supervisor will act as an instructor for recreation students and provide all necessary supervision/hands on experience in order to complete and fulfill fieldwork assignment

• Other related duties as may become necessary or as directed by your supervisor, department director, and/or administrator

Qualifications

Education and License/Certification Requirements:

• B.S. degree in Therapeutic Recreation Therapy

• Certification in Therapeutic Recreation Therapy

Experience

Experience:

• One year experience
• Experience working with physically and cognitively challenged children preferred

Salary Range:

$54,000.00/Yr. To $60,000.00/Yr.