Recreation Therapy Associate

Stony Brook; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook seeks a Recreation Therapy Associate to engage residents through individual and group activities, supporting their intellectual, emotional and social needs.

Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation is required with CTRS certification or eligibility to take the exam within two years; geriatric and dementia experience and knowledge of care plans are preferred. This is a full-time, day-shift position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation required.
• CTRS certification required or eligible pending exam within 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Establish a functional recreation program with a therapeutic approach.
• Promote, plan and carry out full recreation programs.
• Monitor and evaluate resident response to program inclusion and resident safety.
• Interface with other team members towards comprehensive resident care.
• Monitor all documentation in a timely manner for 60 Residents
• Maintain supply inventory.
• Attend Corporate Compliance training and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Corporate Compliance Program.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

CTRS certification

CTRS eligible pending exam within 2 years

Job description

Job Description - Recreation Therapy Associate (2602069)

Recreation Therapy Associate

Position Summary:

At the Long Island State Veterans Home, our Recreational Therapy Associates are valuable members of our team. They provide regular contact with the residents through individual and group activities. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting the department in providing programming that meets the intellectual, emotional and social needs of the residents.

Duties of a Recreational Therapy Associate may include the following but are not limited to:

• Establish a functional recreation program with a therapeutic approach.
• Promote, plan and carry out full recreation programs.
• Monitor and evaluate resident response to program inclusion and resident safety.
• Interface with other team members towards comprehensive resident care.
• Monitor all documentation in a timely manner for 60 Residents
• Maintain supply inventory.
• Attend Corporate Compliance training and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Corporate Compliance Program.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation. Certified by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation (CTRS). CTRS eligible pending passing exam within 2 years.

Preferred Qualifications:

Geriatric and dementia experience. Knowledge of care plans, MDS, current regulations and specialized skills.

Posting Overview

This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).
If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

Working Conditions:

Working conditions may involve exposure to infectious disease, blood, body fluids and/or tissue as well as other unpleasant elements such as accidents, injuries and illness. May be exposed to and be required to handle varying unpredictable, emergency and crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries, as well as weather related situations.

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

Special Notes:

The Long Island State Veterans Home is a tobacco‑free environment. Tobacco products are strictly prohibited anywhere on our 25‑acre campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.

This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.

Essential Position: This position has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. This means that when the Long Island State Veterans Home is faced with an emergency, employees in such positions are required to remain at their work location or to report to work.

The LISVH is a 24/7 skilled nursing facility. As such, all positions are subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary to meet the operating needs of the facility.

• Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from the Long Island State Veterans Home Employee Health Department
• Meet regulatory requirements for pre-employment screening.
• Submit three (3) written references
• Provide a copy of the required license(s)/certificate(s).

Please be advised that failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

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Job Number

2602069

Official Job Title

Teaching Hospital Recreational Therapy Associate

Job Field

Therapeutic Recreation

Primary Location

Department/Hiring Area : Therapeutic Recreation

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day Shift

Shift Hours

8:30 am to 5:00 pm

Pass Days

Variable

Posting Start Date

Oct 29, 2026

Salary Grade

SL2

SBU Area

Long Island State Veterans Home