Recreational Therapist jobs in Greenwich, CT

Recreational Therapist plans and directs medically approved therapeutic recreational programs for patients. Organizes activities according to patients' capabilities, needs, and interests. Being a Recreational Therapist conducts programs including symptom management, basic conversation skills, community re-entry, sports, gardening, dramatics, music, social activities, and arts and crafts. Prepares reports for patients' physicians describing individual patient symptoms and reactions to therapeutic programs. Additionally, Recreational Therapist conducts activity therapy assessment of a patient's strengths and needs, and recommends therapeutic activity. Documents progress on each patient. Requires a license/certification to practice from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. Requires to practice from the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Specialists. Recreational Therapist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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ABA Therapist
  • Michelle Ragozzine & Associates
  • Norwalk, CT FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • ***GUARANTEE OF 40 HOURS PER WEEK FOR ALL FULL-TIME STAFF***

    Michelle Ragozzine & Associates is seeking full-time and part-time ABA therapists to provide behavior therapy to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related disabilities. Positions are available in our Milford and Norwalk office. Candidates will be based out of one office, but must be willing to travel within a 30 mile radius. Services are provided in our office, schools, homes, and the community.

    Responsibilities include:

    • Providing Applied Behavior Analysis therapy to children with special needs
    • Collecting data on skills for improvement and behaviors for reduction
    • Implementing behavior plans as appropriate
    • Driving between clients
    • Some staff may also be asked to provide parent training

    Training Program:

    • All new staff are paid to complete the 40 hour RBT training and receive reimbursement for taking the RBT exam
    • Staff receive training in Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT) from our Directors of Staff Development
    • Staff complete extensive hours of hands on training with current staff and our Directors of Staff Development BEFORE taking on any clients (1-3 months)
    • Once staff take on clients, they are provided with on-going support from the BCBAs and Directors of Staff Development during sessions as much as is needed (daily if needed)

    Qualifications needed:

    • Some college coursework or a Bachelor's Degree preferred but not required
    • Experience working with children would be an asset, however entry level candidates will also be considered
    • Training in Pivotal Response Treatments is preferred but not required
    • Driver's license and reliable car

    Full-time Positions Include:

    • Medical, dental, and vision benefits
    • Paid time off
    • Matching 401K
    • Weekly supervision by a BCBA
    • Potential for supervised experience for those pursuing their BCBA/BCaBA credential
    • A guarantee of hours. If a client is cancelled, staff will report to the office to complete tasks and will receive full compensation for their time.

    Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter.

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

    Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week

    Benefits:

    • 401(k)
    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Flexible schedule
    • Health insurance
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Professional development assistance
    • Retirement plan
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • Monday to Friday

    Work setting:

    • Clinic
    • In-home
    • School

    Application Question(s):

    • If you do not have a Bachelor's degree, are you currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program?

    Education:

    • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

    License/Certification:

    • Driver's License (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • 17 Days Ago

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Speech Therapist
  • New York Presbyterian Healthcare System
  • Stamford, CT PART_TIME
  • Job Description Plans, organizes, implements and documents specific evaluation & treatment programs for patients of varied ages and disabilities, according to the principles and practices of physical ...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Massage Therapist
  • Performance Optimal Health
  • Greenwich, CT PART_TIME
  • Looking for a few Rock Stars!🤩Have you spent the past few years, honing your massage skills in a variety of different venues? Are you looking for a place where the power of your healing touch, is mat...
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Massage Therapist
  • Performance Optimal Health
  • Darien, CT PART_TIME
  • Looking for a few Rock Stars!🤩Have you spent the past few years, honing your massage skills in a variety of different venues? Are you looking for a place where the power of your healing touch, is mat...
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Massage Therapist
  • Massage Envy
  • Stamford, CT OTHER
  • Overview Where Better Careers Begin!Massage Envy North Stamford Are you looking to grow your career with a team that values, supports & empowers you? The difference you'll make in clients' lives is th...
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Physical Therapist
  • Performance Optimal Health
  • Greenwich, CT FULL_TIME
  • Join Performance Optimal Health as an Outpatient Physical Therapist. Here at Performance, we take a holistic approach to health and recovery, ultimately striving to empower all clients to live better ...
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Greenwich /ˈɡrɛnɪtʃ/ is a town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States. As of the 2010 census, the town had a total population of 61,171. It is the 10th largest municipality in Connecticut, and the largest that functions as a town (the remaining largest municipalities in the state function as cities). The largest town on Connecticut's Gold Coast, Greenwich is home to many hedge funds and other financial service firms. Greenwich is the southernmost and westernmost municipality in Connecticut as well as in the six-state region of New England. It is roughly 40 to 50 minutes by train from...
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapist jobs
$64,625 to $80,297
Greenwich, Connecticut area prices
were up 1.7% from a year ago

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Certifications show prospective employers that individuals are very knowledgeable in the field of recreational therapy and that they have taken time to make use of their bachelor’s degree in the subject.
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