Geriatric Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Stony Brook; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook seeks a Recreation Therapy Associate to engage residents through individual and group activities, supporting their intellectual, emotional and social needs.

Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation is required with CTRS certification or eligibility to take the exam within two years; geriatric and dementia experience and knowledge of care plans are preferred. This is a full-time, day-shift position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation required.
• CTRS certification required or eligible pending exam within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Establish a functional recreation program with a therapeutic approach.
• Promote, plan and carry out full recreation programs.
• Monitor and evaluate resident response to program inclusion and resident safety.
• Interface with other team members towards comprehensive resident care.
• Monitor all documentation in a timely manner for 60 Residents
• Maintain supply inventory.
• Attend Corporate Compliance training and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Corporate Compliance Program.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

CTRS certification

CTRS eligible pending exam within 2 years

Job description

Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook seeks a Recreation Therapy Associate to engage residents through individual and group activities, supporting their intellectual, emotional and social needs.

Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation is required with CTRS certification or eligibility to take the exam within two years; geriatric and dementia experience and knowledge of care plans are preferred. This is a full-time, day-shift position.