Recreational Therapist jobs in Passaic, NJ

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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Recreational Coordinator (Full-Time)
  • Catholic Charities, Diocese of Paterson
  • Paterson, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Are you passionate about making a difference in others' lives? Then come join the Straight and Narrow team!

    Headquartered in Paterson, NJ, Straight and Narrow is the largest program of its kind. We provide innovative and compassionate services to individuals struggling with substance use and co-occurring disorders. We are looking for dedicated, caring and compassionate people to work in our Residential/Outpatient Treatment Facilities and Community Programs.

    Recreational Coordinator

    Schedule per week:

    Sunday and Wednesdays OFF

    Monday 8:00 am to 4:00pm

    Tuesday 12:00pm to 8:00pm

    Thursday 12:00pm to 8:00pm

    Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm

    Saturday 8:00am to 4:00pm

    Location: Paterson, NJ

    General Summary:

    Recreation Coordinator’s responsibilities include planning, creating and implement a recreational program to meet the physical, social, emotional, spiritual and cognitive needs of the male and female clients in residential treatment for substance use disorders. Creative, enthusiastic, energetic and caring individual with activity experience, time management and organizational skills.

    Position Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

    The Recreation Coordinator develops and promotes recreational programs including, but not limited to, music, dance, arts and crafts, cultural presentations, nature study, social recreation, games and trips.

    The Recreation Coordinator will be responsible to:

    • Facilitate, small group and large group activities;
    • Facility-based and community activities;
    • Physical exercise or other physical activities;
    • Intellectual activities;
    • Social interaction;
    • Adapts recreation programs, which takes into consideration the age, sex, physical and mental capabilities, interests and the cultural and social background of the clients.
    • Develops and implements procedures, so that clients can sign up for desired recreation programs in the community.
    • Schedules recreational activities in the community and coordinates transportation
    • Coordinates the recreational activities around scheduled clinical services.
    • Develops and nurtures relationships in the community, that will encourage the integration of the clients and the community
    • Handles documentation as required and maintains records of activity scheduled
    • Develops goals and objectives for each recreational activity
    • Develops, organizes and implements the activity calendar one month in advance. Posts calendar in place known by all clients by the 1st of each month. The posted activities shall include description, date and time.
    • Always maintains an outgoing and positive attitude.
    • Maintains and protects the confidentiality of client’s information at all times.
    • Meet the recreational requirements based on Licensing requirements
    • Keep records of all the scheduled activities and include in the Electronic Health Records System (EHR)

    Qualifications:

    Bachelor's degree in recreation administration, physical education, social work, psychology or closely related field, and six (6) months experience in recreation, or actively pursuing CADC certification or any equivalent combination of education or experience. Must have car and a NJ driver's license with good driving history. Innovative, detail-oriented and flexible with ability to work independently. Must be computer literate and possess ability to type.

    Benefits:

    For full time positions, we offer medical, vision, dental, life and supplemental life insurance. Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance, 403B with employer match, Paid Time off (PTO), in house training seminars, two training days for certified professionals. SN also offers supervision for those individuals trying to become licensed in NJ as a LCADC/CADC, LSW, LCSW, LAC, LPC and LMFT. We participate in employee discount programs such as the Working Advantage program.

  • 24 Days Ago

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Recreational Gymnastics Coach (Serious Inquiry's ONLY)
  • CAVU Trampoline & Tumbling
  • Mountain, NJ PART_TIME
  • Recreational Gymnastics Coach Classes for children ages 18mo. to 14yrs. Other Duties as Assigned Job Type: Part-time Pay: $15.00 - $30.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Schedule: 4 hour shift Af...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Recreational Gymnastics Coach (GYMNASTICS OR INSTRUCTOR EXPERIENCE ONLY)
  • CAVU Trampoline & Tumbling
  • Mountain, NJ PART_TIME
  • Recreational Gymnastics Coach Classes for children ages 18mo. to 14yrs. Other Duties as Assigned Job Type: Part-time Pay: $15.00 - $30.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Schedule: 4 hour shift Af...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • St. Clare's - Dover
  • Dover, NJ CONTRACTOR
  • Overview At Saint Clare's Health, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint Clare's Health is ac...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Massage Therapist
  • Massage Envy
  • Verona, NJ OTHER
  • Overview Where Better Careers Begin!Massage Envy Verona NJ Are you looking to grow your career with a team that values, supports & empowers you? The difference you'll make in clients' lives is the big...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist
  • JAG Physical Therapy
  • Fairfield, NJ FULL_TIME
  • Physical TherapistThe Physical Therapist is forward-thinking who excels at assessing patients' strengths and weaknesses and devising creative and effective treatment plans. Therapists must practice di...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Activity/Recreation Aide
  • Runnells Rehab Center
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ
  • Runnells Rehab Center - QUALIFICATIONS: High School Graduate or Equivalency. Experience with elderly, physically challen...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Center Aide (CHHA/CNA)
  • AcuteCare Health System
  • Oceanport, NJ
  • Beacon of LIFE, A BoldAGE PACE company. About Us BoldAge delivers innovative, creative solutions for PACE (Program of Al...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreational Therapist - Inpatient Rehab
  • Select Medical
  • West Orange, NJ
  • Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation | Select Medical West Orange, NJ Recreational Therapist (Baccalaureate Degree in Th...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreation Therapist Montrose
  • StateJobsNY
  • Montrose, NY
  • State employees: Currently in title of Recreation Therapist and eligible for transfer Open to the Public: Bachelor's deg...
  • 3/27/2024 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...
  • 3/27/2024 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...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreational Therapist II
  • Atlantic Health System
  • Morristown, NJ
  • Job Description Evaluates Patients and establishes a plan of care. Utilizes evidence-based body of knowledge and current...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Recreation Therapist, Manhattan Psychiatrist Center, P24554
  • State of New York
  • New York, NY
  • Minimum Qualifications Either 1. a bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation; Or 2. a bachelor's degree in Recreation,...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 3.244 square miles (8.401 km2), including 3.146 square miles (8.149 km2) of land and 0.098 square miles (0.253 km2) of water (3.01%). Unincorporated communities, localities and place names located partially or completely within the city include Davis Bridge and Pleasant Plains. Passaic's only land border is with neighboring Clifton, which borders Passaic to the north, south, and west. The Passaic River forms the eastern border of Passaic. Four additional neighboring towns in Bergen County immediately across the river fr...
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapist jobs
$64,926 to $80,662
Passaic, New Jersey area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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