Recreation Therapist: Fri–Sun Community Engagement Lead

AABR; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 66.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

AABR is seeking a Recreation Therapist for its Main Office in College Point, NY. The role plans, coordinates, and implements recreational activities across residential programs to improve quality of life, social engagement, and community inclusion in line with OPWDD regulations.

Flexibility to support evening, weekend, and special event programming is required, including a standing Friday–Sunday schedule. The ideal candidate will have a 4-year degree in Recreation Therapy or related field,

Qualifikationen

• Degree or coursework in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, or related field preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification required or obtainable within 30 days of hire.
• Valid NY state driver’s license with satisfactory driving record required.

Aufgaben

• Plan, develop, and implement recreational, leisure, and community inclusion activities.
• Coordinate and lead programming during evenings, weekends, and holidays per Fri–Sun schedule.
• Plan and execute special events, community outings, and celebrations.
• Collaborate with residence managers and interdisciplinary team to align activities with plans.
• Transport individuals or coordinate transportation to/from activities; operate agency vehicle as needed.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal communication

Organization & planning

Independence & judgment

Weekend/flex schedule

Basic computer proficiency

Ausbildung

Recreation Therapy degree or coursework

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scheduling/documentation software

Jobbeschreibung

AABR is seeking a Recreation Therapist for its Main Office in College Point, NY. The role plans, coordinates, and implements recreational activities across residential programs to improve quality of life, social engagement, and community inclusion in line with OPWDD regulations.

Flexibility to support evening, weekend, and special event programming is required, including a standing Friday–Sunday schedule. The ideal candidate will have a 4-year degree in Recreation Therapy or related field,