Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator (Evenings/Weekends)

Vanderheyden Hall Inc; Wynantskill (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderheyden Hall Inc. seeks a qualified professional to manage and implement a comprehensive agency-wide therapeutic recreation program, aligning with treatment goals and community engagement.

The role involves collaboration with Clinical, Education, and Residential teams, budgeting and documentation, and coordination of activities both inside and outside the community. Evening/weekend availability and a valid NYS driver's license are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage and implement a recreation program within the treatment setting.
• Communicate regularly with Clinical, Education, and Residential teams.
• Manage budgeting, distribution, and documentation of the Recreation Budget.
• Coordinate documentation for Assessments, Progress Notes, Attendance Sheets, and Treatment Plan Narratives.
• Liaise between Residential and the community for activities and events.
• Coordinate liaison with community recreational activities for the agency.
• Maintain all recreation equipment and areas.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Two years of experience in the recreation field (preferred)

Valid NYS Driver's License

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) training

Ability to perform physical restraint

Ability to work evenings and/or weekends

Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds

Job description

Vanderheyden Hall Inc. seeks a qualified professional to manage and implement a comprehensive agency-wide therapeutic recreation program, aligning with treatment goals and community engagement.

The role involves collaboration with Clinical, Education, and Residential teams, budgeting and documentation, and coordination of activities both inside and outside the community. Evening/weekend availability and a valid NYS driver's license are required.