Recreational Therapist jobs in Levittown, 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...
  • 3 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...
  • 4 Days Ago
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Summer Recreational Workers
  • Glen Cove Youth Bureau
  • Glen Cove, NY OTHER,TEMPORARY
  • Summer Counselor/Recreational Position Details ~Candidate should enjoy working with children from 1st thru 8th grades ~Willingness to share their talents, be eager to add energy and enthusiasm to our ...
  • 29 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...
  • 11 Days Ago
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Creative Arts Therapist
  • Diamond Medical Recruiting
  • New York, NY
  • A reputable out-patient facility in the heart of Brooklyn is looking to immediately hire a Part-time or Full-time Licens...
  • 4/19/2024 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...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Rehabilitation Medicine Therapist, Per Diem (Recreation Therapist)
  • University Hospital, Newark NJ
  • Newark, NJ
  • Responsibilities: The primary purpose of the Rehabilitation Medicine Therapist Per Diem position is to provide diagnosti...
  • 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Recreational Counselor-(HRA) Prospect (P/T)
  • Comunilife
  • Bronx, NY
  • Recreational Counselor-(HRA) Prospect (P/T) Job Details Job Location Bronx, NY Position Type Part Time Education Level G...
  • 4/19/2024 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 ...
  • 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Physical Therapist (PT)
  • Tandym Group
  • New York, NY
  • A nonprofit organization in New York City is currently seeking a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) to join their team in ...
  • 4/17/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Medical Professional
  • 1199SEIU Employment Center
  • New York, NY
  • Overview: Medical professionals provide health care treatment and advice based on formal training and experience. A lice...
  • 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Per Diem Psychiatric Rehabilitation Therapist - Psychiatry - MSH
  • Mount Sinai Hospital
  • New York, NY
  • Job Description As a member of the clinical team in the department of Psychiatry, the Psychiatric Rehabilitation Therapi...
  • 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Levittown, New York

Levittown, New York is an unincorporated area in Nassau County, New York. It can be defined in three overlapping but non-conforming ways. The most common use is Levittown as defined by the United States Postal Service Zip Code 11756. Another definition is the extent of the Levitt & Sons development built from 1947 to 1951. A third is the Census Designated Place (CDP) called Levittown as defined by the US Census Bureau. The United States Postal Service ZIP code called Levittown, New York is 11756 and what is most commonly used to mean Levittown, New York. It does not include all the houses ...
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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.
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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.
October 23, 2019
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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