Recreational Therapist jobs in Hempstead, NY

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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Respite Worker, Recreational Counselor
  • Family and Children's Association
  • Garden, NY FULL_TIME

  • Primary Responsibilities include:

    • Provide weekly recreational activities and community outings.
    • Plan activities on the needs, abilities and strengths of each child and family.
    • Transport clients and communicate with parents before and after activities.
    • Maintain weekly communication regarding client progress.
    • Attend required staff meetings, case conferences, training and supervision.

    Qualifications and Requirements include:

    • HS Diploma/GED required, college level preferred.
    • Some experience working with children with special needs preferred.
    • Must demonstrate a knowledge of community resources.
    • Valid New York State driver's license with a safe and responsible driving history.
    • A vehicle to conduct home visits and transport children to activities that is properly insured and registered in accordance with NYS DMV regulations.
    • Basic computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office.

    Schedule:

    • Maximum 19 hours per week.
    • Afternoon and evening hours.
    • Flexible schedule.
    All positions at FCA are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. All are encouraged to apply.

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Recreational Gymnastics Instructor
  • Power Moves Gymnastics
  • Cedarhurst, NY PART_TIME
  • Powerhouse by Power Moves Gymnastics is seeking motivated instructors to join our family oriented staff team of coaches. Do you have gymnastics, dance, or acrobatic experience? Do you enjoy working wi...
  • 9 Days Ago
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Director of Recreational Activities
  • South Shore Rehabilitation
  • Freeport, NY FULL_TIME
  • We Offer Competitive Salary, Full Benefits Package, Paid time Off and Opportunities for Professional Growth: South Shore Rehabilitation and Nursing, a premier long term skilled nursing facility locate...
  • 10 Days Ago
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Recreational Coordinator P/T - MHA038 - Flexible
  • WellLife Network
  • Elmont, NY OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Elmont - Elmont, NY Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: $28,000.00 - $30,000.00 Salary/year Job DescriptionMaintaining systems to ensure that meaningful recreational...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Physical Therapist
  • Professional PT
  • Garden, NY FULL_TIME
  • Professional Physical Therapy is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated Physical Therapist to join our team. At Professional, we have a smart, ambitious team dedicated to our patients. The ideal can...
  • 17 Days Ago
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Massage Therapist
  • Massage Envy
  • Merrick, NY OTHER
  • Overview We are looking for a Massage Therapist who is passionate about promoting a holistic approach to personal health. You they should be able to customize a massage based on your clients need and ...
  • 18 Days Ago
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Recreational Therapist, Per diem In-Patient Psychiatric
  • Atlantic Health System
  • Summit, NJ
  • Overlook Medical Center is seeking a per diem Recreational Therapist II to work varied shifts including every other week...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Recreational Therapist
  • Signet Health
  • Valhalla, NY
  • Overview The Recreational Therapist is responsible for recreational & therapeutic activities. The position will function...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Recreation Therapist - Art
  • Pilgrim Psychiatric Center
  • Brentwood, NY
  • Job Description Job Description New York State Office of Mental Health at Pilgrim Psychiatric Center Position Available ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Recreational Therapist
  • Northwell Health
  • Tarrytown, NY
  • Job Description Job Responsibility Provides recreational therapeutic assessment of patients admitted to the unit. Assess...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Dual Diagnosis- Recreational Therapist
  • Silver Lake Hospital
  • Newark, NJ
  • Silver Lake Hospital of Newark, NJ is seeking to hire an experienced Recreational Therapist with behavioral health exper...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Recreation Therapist, Pilgrim Psychiatric Center, P24583
  • StateJobsNY
  • Brentwood, NY
  • Either 1. a bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation; Or 2. a bachelor's degree in Recreation, Physical Education or ...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Recreation Therapist - Art, Pilgrim Psychiatric Center, P24761
  • StateJobsNY
  • Brentwood, NY
  • Either: 1. a bachelor's degree with a concentration or major in Art Therapy; Or 2. a bachelor's degree in Creative Arts ...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Recreation Therapist (Per Diem, Evening) - New Day Residential Program - Elizabeth, NJ
  • RWJ Barnabas
  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • Job Summary: * Recreation/leisure assessment and report * Allied activities that are based on the cognitive and emotiona...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Hempstead, New York

The Town of Hempstead is one of the three towns in Nassau County, New York, United States, occupying the southwestern part of the county, in the western half of Long Island. Twenty-two incorporated villages (one of which is named Hempstead) are completely or partially within the town. The town's combined population was 759,757 at the 2010 census, which is the majority of the population of the county and by far the largest of any town in New York. If Hempstead were to be incorporated as a city, it would be the second-largest city in New York, behind New York City; it is more than three times th...
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapist jobs
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What does a Recreational Therapist do?

Recreational Therapist in Akron, OH
But what is a recreational therapist? “Recreation” and “Therapist” don’t seem like words that necessarily go together.
November 19, 2019
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Therapists may use activities such as kayaking or a ropes course to teach patients to stay active and to form social relationships.
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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.
October 02, 2019