Recreational Therapist: Create therapeutic programs

New York State Office of Mental Health; City of Syracuse (NY); Presencial; USD 52 000 - 78 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Generous benefits package

Tuition assistance

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Resumo da oferta

The New York State Office of Mental Health seeks a dedicated Recreation Therapist to plan, implement, and evaluate therapeutic recreation services for residents. You will modify activities to meet each individual's physical and rehabilitative needs, observe progress, and maintain accurate records in accordance with program standards.

Responsibilities include designing individual and group programs, documenting outcomes, and supporting a safe, inclusive environment that promotes recovery and

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field with relevant experience.
• CTRS certification or NYS licensure would be advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Modifying activities based on individuals’ physical activity and rehabilitative needs.
• Observing and recording individuals’ progress, responses, and behaviors.
• Maintaining records and documentation per program standards.
• Designing and administering individual and group programs.

Conhecimentos

Therapeutic Recreation

Program design

Observation & documentation

Geriatric care

Psychiatric rehab

Activity modification

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Bachelor’s degree in Recreation/PE/Adaptive PE + 1 year experience

CTRS certification (NCTRC)

NYS Recreation Therapist licensure

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The New York State Office of Mental Health seeks a dedicated Recreation Therapist to plan, implement, and evaluate therapeutic recreation services for residents. You will modify activities to meet each individual's physical and rehabilitative needs, observe progress, and maintain accurate records in accordance with program standards.

Responsibilities include designing individual and group programs, documenting outcomes, and supporting a safe, inclusive environment that promotes recovery and