CTRS: Elevate Quality of Life with Therapeutic Rec

Catholic Health Services; West Islip (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Lady of Consolation, part of Catholic Health, seeks a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to assess residents, develop therapeutic recreation programs and enhance quality of life in the memory care unit.

The CTRS will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, attend care plan meetings, document in EMR/MDS, plan outings and lead engaging activities for long‑term residents.

Qualifications

• Current certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist.
• Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Therapy or related field.
• Must be able to work Sunday-Thursday 8:30am-4:40pm and rotating holidays.

Responsibilities

• Work with Memory Care residents and develop care plans and goals.
• Attend care plan meetings and document approaches.
• Complete EMR and MDS progress notes and care plan documentation.
• Assess residents for leisure needs and plan activities.
• Develop and maintain calendar for memory care unit.
• Plan and implement events on unit and auditorium, including crafts.
• Coordinate community outings and prepare cost estimates.
• Record daily attendance statistics for the program.
• Transport residents to therapeutic activities within the facility.
• Use software including IN2L, Word, Excel, Canva, Google Slides and social media.
• Assist with rehab assessments on weekends and with Mass music.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Therapy or related field

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist certification

Job description

Our Lady of Consolation, part of Catholic Health, seeks a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to assess residents, develop therapeutic recreation programs and enhance quality of life in the memory care unit.

The CTRS will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, attend care plan meetings, document in EMR/MDS, plan outings and lead engaging activities for long‑term residents.