Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator

Vanderheyden, Inc.; Wynantskill (NY); On-site; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Vanderheyden, Inc. is seeking a Recreation Therapist to manage and implement an agency-wide therapeutic recreation program for individuals and families.

You will facilitate experiences that align with the overall treatment plan and coordinate with Clinical, Education, and Residential teams. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field, at least two years of recreation experience, and a valid NYS Driver’s license, plus completion of TCI training and ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Physical Education, or other related degree.
• Minimum of two years of experience in the recreation field preferred.
• Valid NYS Driver's License.
• Ability to complete all training, including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) and perform a physical restraint.

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement a program that provides an environment to carry out individuals’ roles in the overall treatment program and therapeutic interactions through experiential methods of learning recreation.
• Communicate regularly with Clinical, Education, and Residential through meetings and documentation of individuals served.
• Manage the proper budgeting, distribution, and documentation of the Recreation Budget.
• Coordinate all documentation relating to Recreation Activities including Assessments, Progress Notes, Attendance Sheets, Program Activity Sheets, and Comprehensive Treatment Plan Narratives.
• Act as liaison between Residential and the community to coordinate activities and special events for individuals in and out of the community.
• Act as liaison with community recreational activities for the agency side.
• Maintain all recreation equipment and areas.

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

TCI Training

Communication

Driver's License

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Physical Education, or related degree

Job description

Vanderheyden, Inc. is seeking a Recreation Therapist to manage and implement an agency-wide therapeutic recreation program for individuals and families.

You will facilitate experiences that align with the overall treatment plan and coordinate with Clinical, Education, and Residential teams. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field, at least two years of recreation experience, and a valid NYS Driver’s license, plus completion of TCI training and ability to