Leisure Therapist

About the Position:

The selected individual will work as a Recreation Therapist with our organization, providing therapeutic recreation services to individuals with disabilities. This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on people's lives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan and conduct activities for client/patient groups, working individually or as a member of a treatment team or treatment program.
• Analyze and report behavioral patterns to a team leader or other supervisor, verbally or in medical records.
• Participate in team meetings, recreation/leisure assessment and evaluation.
• Requisition, store, and maintain equipment and supplies.

Requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, or a related field, or a bachelor's degree in Recreation, Physical Education, or Adaptive Physical Education with one year of experience in planning and administering a therapeutic recreation program.
• Current credentials as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) issued by the National Council For Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC), or current licensure by NYS as a Creative Arts Therapist.

Benefits:

• NYS medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Access to tuition assistance programs.
• Excellent opportunities for advancement and professional growth.
• 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, and paid sick leave.
• NYS Retirement programs.

About Our Organization:

Our organization is committed to promoting the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support our mission.