Geriatric Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

One Brooklyn Health System Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

One Brooklyn Health System Inc. seeks an experienced Therapeutic Recreation professional to organize and lead comprehensive recreation programs for inpatients and residents.

You will document activities, coordinate with staff, and supervise volunteers to support physical, mental, and social well-being. The role requires a Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation, plus a Master’s in Music Therapy for pediatric work, and board certification or eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field required.
• Master's degree in Music Therapy required for Pediatric/Young Adult dept.
• Board certification and Licensed Creative Art Therapist or eligible.
• Minimum 2 years full-time experience in a Nursing Home or Hospital setting.
• Ability to produce medical/clinical documentation including MDS and CCP.
• Must be able to play a musical instrument and provide music-related activities.
• Weekend work included.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and leads therapeutic recreation programs (sports, games, outings, music, dance).
• Keeps accurate daily records of activities and participants and progress reports.
• Reports unsafe conditions and maintains supplies and equipment.
• Interviews referred patients and plans activities adapted to needs; oversees volunteers.
• Maintains clinical notes and monthly calendar of activities/events.
• Attends staff meetings and contributes to planning the total program.
• Operates equipment and supports departmental activities.
• Adheres to MDS/CCP documentation requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Master's Degree in Music Therapy

Job description

One Brooklyn Health System Inc. seeks an experienced Therapeutic Recreation professional to organize and lead comprehensive recreation programs for inpatients and residents.

You will document activities, coordinate with staff, and supervise volunteers to support physical, mental, and social well-being. The role requires a Bachelor's in Therapeutic Recreation, plus a Master’s in Music Therapy for pediatric work, and board certification or eligibility.