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Recreation Therapist HELPS

Recreation Therapist HELPS

New York StateWestchester
30+ days ago
Salary
$55,598.00–$70,034.00 yearly
Job description

Minimum Qualifications 1. a bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation.

Or 2. 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 chemical dependency.

Or 3. current credentials as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) issued by the National Council For Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC), 7 Elmwood Drive, New City, NY 10956. For further information you may contact them at (845) 639-1439 or at

Or 4. current licensure by NYS as a Creative Arts Therapist. For information about licensure, visit or call (518) 474-3817.

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 change in a resident's mental, physical and / or social behavior.

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