RECREATION THERAPIST I-II

State of New Hampshire

Tilton (NH)

On-site

USD 31,000 - 47,000

Full time

23 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental plan

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Paid holidays

Job summary

The New Hampshire Veterans Home, operated by the State of New Hampshire, seeks a Recreation Therapist I-II to implement and review recreational activities for residents in Tilton. The role supports physical well-being, leisure, and socialization through therapy programs.

Requirements include CTRS credentials and NH licensure, with opportunities for in-band advancement and a full-time 1st shift schedule; compensation ranges hourly and includes weekend/holiday differentials.

Qualifications

Education/Experience: Equivalent combination of 3 years of education and experience after completion of high school.
License/Certification: NCTRC CTRS and NH Recreational Therapist license.
Other Requirements: None

Responsibilities

Advises staff of recreational activity needs of patients/clients/residents to meet program objectives.
Explains integration of recreation activities with treatment strategies.
Updates patient documentation to ensure records are current.
Coordinates and implements recreational therapy programs as part of patient care.
Supports supervision and training for staff as needed.
Performs duties for both Recreation Therapist I and II positions.

Skills

Recreation Therapy

Education

Education/Experience equivalence (I)

Bachelor's degree plus CTRS requirement (II)

Job description

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

New Hampshire Veterans Home

139 Winter St, Tilton, NH 03276

RECREATION THERAPIST I-II

Position #11944

$22.50 - $34.14 hourly

Direct Care up to $10.00/week

The New Hampshire Veterans Home has a full-time, 1st shift vacancy for a Recreational Therapist I-II.

Proposed schedule includes: 8:00am - 4:30pm shifts; varying weekends (additional $2.00/hour); varying holidays.

Make a difference in a Veteran’s life! Build a career and a life in the beautiful Lakes Region. Be part of a team committed to providing the best quality of life for NH Veterans with dignity, honor and respect. Learn more about the NH Veterans Home on our website: Welcome | New Hampshire Veterans Home (nh.gov) and view our Facebook page to see the NHVH team working together.

The Veterans Home is a NH State Agency providing a total compensation package for full-time employees. See information at the bottom of this posting for details.

Summary

Recreation 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.

Recreation 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.

Other information

RECREATION THERAPIST I

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

License/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: Yes No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available

Yes No

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).

License/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: Yes No

Criteria: None

Broad Group Level Advancement Available

Yes No

Criteria: None

DISCLAIMERS

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities

RECREATION THERAPIST I

DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC)

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.

RECREATION THERAPIST II

DETAILED TASKS (AGENCY/POSITION-SPECIFIC)

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.

For further information please contact Maureen Campbell, Recreation Supervisor, at maureen.p.campbell@nhvh.nh.gov or (603) 527-4889.

TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

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.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits