Educational Recreational Therapist: Empower Students

Special Services; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Lunas Public Schools in New Mexico is seeking a certified Recreational Therapist to implement IEP goals and provide recreation and activity-based therapy within the educational setting. This full-time position supports students’ participation in meaningful leisure activities.

The role requires a Master’s degree and NM PED licensure in Recreational Therapy, with duties including individual and group therapy, assessment, and collaboration with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• New Mexico Public Education Department Licensure in Recreational Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Follow local, state and federal law and adhere to applicable policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Serve as a resource to staff in recreation and activity-based therapy.
• Provide individual and/or group therapy to students.
• Provide assessment of students with barriers to participate in meaningful leisure activities.
• Assist in development of IEPs to meet individual student needs.
• Perform other relevant tasks as may be assigned.

Education

Master’s degree in Recreational Therapy

Job description

Los Lunas Public Schools in New Mexico is seeking a certified Recreational Therapist to implement IEP goals and provide recreation and activity-based therapy within the educational setting. This full-time position supports students’ participation in meaningful leisure activities.

The role requires a Master’s degree and NM PED licensure in Recreational Therapy, with duties including individual and group therapy, assessment, and collaboration with staff and families.