Therapeutic Recreation Therapist - Full-Time

CareRite Centers, LLC; North Great River (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CareRite Centers, LLC is seeking a Recreation Therapist to plan and conduct group and individual recreation programs for residents, and to document attendance and participation. You will facilitate independent activities and assist residents to and from programs across two locations in Middle Island and Central Islip.

The role requires a degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field, at least two years in a healthcare setting with related populations, and strong communication skills to work

Qualifications

• Must have degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Minimum 2 years working in healthcare setting with related populations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct group and individual recreation programs as assigned by the Director of Recreation.
• Document program attendance and participation.
• Facilitate independent activities for residents.
• Assist residents to and from recreation programs.
• Work as part of the care plan team in determining therapeutic objectives and goals.
• Create patient specific care plans.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

Therapeutic Recreation degree

Job description

CareRite Centers, LLC is seeking a Recreation Therapist to plan and conduct group and individual recreation programs for residents, and to document attendance and participation. You will facilitate independent activities and assist residents to and from programs across two locations in Middle Island and Central Islip.

The role requires a degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field, at least two years in a healthcare setting with related populations, and strong communication skills to work