Lead Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - Rehab & Mentorship

Hospital for Special Care; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Hospital for Special Care in New Britain, CT seeks a Lead Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to support rehab leadership with staffing, patient access to therapy services and program development.

The role requires a degree in a therapy discipline, CT licensure or national certification, and at least 3 years of clinical experience; CPR is preferred. The position oversees onboarding and staff mentoring within Inpatient Rehabilitation Services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in a therapy discipline as required.
• Current Connecticut Licensure or national certification as applicable.
• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience.
• Preferred: CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead CTRS assists manager with daily operations and staffing in designated rehab areas.
• Supports onboarding of new hires, staff mentoring, and student program.
• Develops programs to improve patients' health, function and quality of life.

Skills

CPR certification

Education

Degree with major in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, or Therapeutic Recreation

Connecticut Licensure or national certification where required

Job description

Hospital for Special Care in New Britain, CT seeks a Lead Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to support rehab leadership with staffing, patient access to therapy services and program development.

The role requires a degree in a therapy discipline, CT licensure or national certification, and at least 3 years of clinical experience; CPR is preferred. The position oversees onboarding and staff mentoring within Inpatient Rehabilitation Services.