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)
Are you interested in a fun and exciting position working with children? The Children's Home in Penfield, NY is seeking energetic individuals to join our Rec. Therapy department as a Recreational Specialist.
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Recreational Specialist
-Minimum High School Diploma and 3 years related experience required.
-Associate's Degree with 1 year experience or Bachelor's Degree with related educational focus and experience is preferred.
-Must have valid driver's license and meet insurance liability requirements throughout employment.
Recreational Therapist
-Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university required.
-Licensed Recreational Therapist (LRT) required.
--Must have valid driver's license and meet insurance liability requirements throughout employment.
*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice*
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
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