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Recreation Therapist

4 months ago


Albany, United States Northern Rivers Family of Services Full time
Job Details

Job Location
Albany-Academy Main-PCFC - Albany, NY

Position Type
Full Time

Education Level
Bachelors

Salary Range
$30.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage
Up to 25%

Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

Recreation Therapist

Certified Recreation Therapists are eligible for $1000 signing bonus

As a Recreation Therapist, you will support Residential Treatment Facility clients recreation needs during intake and treatment. You will report to the Director of Therapeutic Recreation and you will work onsite, with some flexibility for remote work.

Responsibilities:
  • Conduct therapeutic recreational assessments of residents to support the preparation and implementation of treatment plans (14-day and monthly Treatment Reviews).Consult with RTF team members regarding recreation activity planning, design, implementation, and evaluation
  • Organize, facilitate, and support therapeutic recreational activities for individual clients and for groups
  • Maintain contact with community recreational resources to support recreational needsand activities
  • Maintain RTF recreational facilities and supplies; schedule use
  • Ensure that therapeutic recreational services comply with JCAHO, COA, IOC,and OMH standards
  • Complete all documentation requirements, including Rec Assessments; Individual/GroupProgress Note; Permission Packets.
  • Maintain the family/guardians connection and involvement with the child during the RTF stay
  • Involve the family in every aspect of the treatment and discharge process
  • Coordinate with RTF treatment staff regarding the family's progress, the child's treatment plan and the planning for therapeutic home visits
Schedule/Shift:
  • Tuesday - Saturday
  • 12:00pm - 8:00pm, Thursdays are 9:00am-5:00pm
  • Weekend shift hours can be flexible
Requirements and Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Counseling, Outdoor Education or related field
  • CTRS or eligible
  • 2 or more years of related experience
  • Must pass the required physical.
  • Must be able to complete TCI training.
Benefits
  • Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401 (K) plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Loan repayment assistance
  • Free training/CEU opportunities
About Northern Rivers

At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives. Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities.

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people from a variety of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us stronger All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.