RECREATION THERAPIST I-II

The State of New Hampshire; Tilton (NH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Plan at minimal cost

Flexible Spending accounts

State retirement plan

Paid holidays and leave

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire Veterans Home in Tilton, NH seeks a Recreation Therapist I or II to implement and review therapeutic activities promoting leisure, well-being and socialization for residents. This role supports individual and group programs in a structured care setting.

The position offers a clear path for advancement, requires CTRS certification or equivalent, and provides comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, paid holidays, and a flexible schedule with weekend work as

Qualifications

• I: 3 years education/experience after high school.
• II: Bachelor’s degree and 1 year experience or 5 years education/experience; CTRS required.

Responsibilities

• Advises staff of recreational activity needs to meet program objectives.
• Explains how activities integrate with other treatments.
• Updates documentation to keep resident records current.
• Instructs groups to meet program objectives.
• Selects and maintains equipment used in therapies.
• Participates in interdisciplinary conferences.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

NCTRC CTRS certification

NH Recreational Therapist license

BS or higher in related field

Job description

For assistance, contact the State of New Hampshire - Division of Personnel Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM EST 603-271-3261 or [e-mail]

RECREATION THERAPIST I-II (Job ID: 53922)

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

New Hampshire Veterans Home

139 Winter St, Tilton, NH 03276

Position #11944

$22.50 - $34.14 hourly

Direct Care up to $10.00/week

Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm shifts, Varying weekends (additional $2.00/hour), Varying holidays

SUMMARY

Recreational Therapist I

To implement and review recreational therapy activities in order to promote the constructive use of leisure time, physical well-being and socialization of patients/clients/residents in the New Hampshire Veterans Home.

Recreational Therapist II

To provide recreational therapy review and evaluation and to develop and implement recreational therapy treatment programs in the New Hampshire Veterans Home.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

RECREATION THERAPIST I MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school.

Licence/Certification

• National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) and authorization to use the initials of CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist)
• Recreational Therapist license valid in NH

Other Requirements

None

Trainee Option

Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

None

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available: No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes

Criteria: 29112002BGA02 (Rec Therapist to Level 3)

For promotion from the 29-1120 Therapists-2 job title to the 29-1120 Therapists-3 job title, the eligibility requirements in Per 303.08 Broad Group Level Advancement must be satisfied, as well as the following criteria:

• One year of employment in the current job title
• Satisfactory performance evaluation within the past 12 months
• Recommendation for promotion by supervisor(s) and approval by the director of nursing

RECREATION THERAPIST II MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree and 1 year of experience OR equivalent combination of 5 years of education and experience after completion of high school. Must include at least 1 year working as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS).

Licence/Certification

• National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) and authorization to use the initials of CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist)
• Recreational Therapist license valid in NH

Other Requirements

None

Trainee Option

Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

None

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available: No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: No

RESPONSIBILITIES RECREATION THERAPIST I

• Advises staff of recreational activity needs of patients/clients/residents to meet recreational therapy program objectives.
• Explains the effect of combining recreational therapy programs with other treatment strategies and activities to recommend appropriate recreational therapy programs.
• Updates patient/client/resident documentation and evaluation reports to ensure resident records are current.
• Instructs recreational therapy groups to meet recreational therapy program objectives.
• Selects and stores recreational equipment and ensures that equipment is maintained properly.
• Participates in conferences with other professionals to discuss and evaluate resident needs.

RESPONSIBILITIES RECREATION THERAPIST II

• Coordinates various recreational treatment programs including intergenerational activities, community based activities, and physical wellness programs.
• Supervises and trains new staff providing ongoing support and facilitates training as needed.
• Ensures that recreational therapy treatment quality standards are met.
• Advises management regarding activities and makes appropriate recommendations for ways to improve processes and procedures.
• Provides timely resolution of issues and makes day-to-day decisions as authorized by the program manager.
• Consults with other departments and disciplines to devise resident needs plan.
• Conducts needs assessment in order to individualize recreational therapy activities and group programs to improve the functional abilities of residents.
• Researches and recommends new devices and supplies and oversees the necessary maintenance on current equipment in use.

OTHER BENEFITS

• Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
• Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
• Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
• $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

• HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits: The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
• Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

CONTACT AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For further information please contact Maureen Campbell, Recreation Supervisor, at [e-mail] or [phone].

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964

Post Date: 10/21/2026

Close Date: 11/19/2026