Therapeutic Recreation Therapist — Person-Centered Activities

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to design and implement person-centered therapeutic recreation programs tailored to resident needs. You will collaborate with the treatment team and facilitate recreation sessions while managing program documentation in software like ActivityPro and PointClickCare.

The ideal candidate has a baccalaureate degree and 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting. A CTRS certification is preferred. Join us in supporting meaningful engagement through recreation.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in planning, coordinating, and supervising recreation activities in a healthcare setting.
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research and implement therapeutic recreation programs.
• Collaborate with treatment team members and families.
• Lead recreation sessions and coordinate special events.

Skills

Person-centered planning

Therapeutic recreation techniques

Collaboration

Documentation in PointClickCare

ActivityPro software

Staff training

Education

Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college

Job description

NYC Health + Hospitals is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to design and implement person-centered therapeutic recreation programs tailored to resident needs. You will collaborate with the treatment team and facilitate recreation sessions while managing program documentation in software like ActivityPro and PointClickCare.

The ideal candidate has a baccalaureate degree and 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting. A CTRS certification is preferred. Join us in supporting meaningful engagement through recreation.