Memory Care CTRS: Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Catholic Health Services; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Lady of Consolation, part of Catholic Health, seeks a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to assess residents’ needs and develop engaging therapeutic programs within a nursing home setting.

You will work with Memory Care residents, attend care plan meetings, and document progress in EMR/MDS. The role includes planning events, coordinating outings, and ensuring safe transport of residents to activities.

Qualifications

• CTRS certification is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field is required.
• Must be able to work Sunday-Thursday schedule and rotating holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assess residents for leisure needs and develop therapeutic recreation programs.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team during care plan meetings.
• Complete EMR and MDS progress notes and care plan documentation.
• Plan memory care unit events and community outings.
• Transport residents to therapeutic activities within the facility.

Skills

Memory care

Care planning

EMR/MDS

Calendar management

Resident transport

Software literacy

Education

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field

Tools

IN2L

Apple Music

Microsoft Word

Excel

Canva

Google Slides

Social media

Job description

Our Lady of Consolation, part of Catholic Health, seeks a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to assess residents’ needs and develop engaging therapeutic programs within a nursing home setting.

You will work with Memory Care residents, attend care plan meetings, and document progress in EMR/MDS. The role includes planning events, coordinating outings, and ensuring safe transport of residents to activities.