Recreation Therapist (Veterans Home at Montrose) (NY HELPS)

NY HELP Yes

Agency Health, Department of

Title Recreation Therapist (Veterans Home at Montrose) (NY HELPS) - 90510

Occupational Category Health Care, Human / Social Services

Salary Grade 14

Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary Range From $53764 to $68630 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Variable

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Westchester

Street Address NYS Veterans' Home at Montrose

2090 Albany Post Road

City Montrose

State NY

Zip Code 10548

Duties Description As a Recreation Therapist you would plan and conduct activities for resident groups, working individually or as a member of a treatment team or treatment program. Participate in MDS, Care Plans, initial resident assessments, continuous observation, documenting behavior changes, cognitive skills, collaborating with other disciplines and care givers of the overall care of the Veterans as well as assisting other Recreation Therapists in all activity programs. The goal of each program is to bring about positive changes in a resident’s mental, physical and / or social behavior.

Minimum Qualifications Active list candidate on the NYS Department of Civil Service Recreation Therapist list OR Eligible for transfer under section 70.1 of the Civil Service law OR via Helps Program non-competitive appointment 1. A bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation; Or2. A bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Physical Education or Adaptive Physical Education AND one year of experience in planning and administering a therapeutic recreation program which involved developing and coordinating therapeutic recreational activities for geriatric patients / residents, individuals with developmental disabilities, individuals with psychiatric disabilities, individuals that are physically challenged, or individuals in treatment for alcoholism or substance abuse; Or3. Current credentials as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) issued by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC), 7 Elmwood Drive, New York, NY 10956. For further information you may contact them at (845) 639-1439 or at www.NCTRC.org. Or4. Current licensure by NYS as a Creative Arts Therapist. For information about licensure, visit www.op.nysed.gov or call (518) 474-3817Preferred Qualifications : Experience in therapeutic recreation activities in a nursing home setting.

Additional Comments This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required. Benefits of Working for NYSGenerous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including : Holiday & Paid Time Off

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF / CSEA
• Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional developmentHealth Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional costAdditional Benefits
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.We are a 252-bed long term skilled care nursing facility providing care to the Veterans of our community.NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts. The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit :

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Oma Sommers

Telephone 914-788-6102

Fax 914-788-6019

Email Address oma.sommers@nysvets.org

Address

Street NYS Veterans' Home at Montrose

2090 Albany Post Road

City Montrose

State NY

Zip Code 10548

Notes on Applying Please submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to oma.sommers@nysvets.org, with Position Title included in the subject line or by mail to NYS Veterans Home at Montrose, 2090 Albany Post Road, Montrose, NY 10548, or by fax to 914-788-6019. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.