Recreational Therapist jobs in Rochester, 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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Recreational Specialist
  • Children's Home
  • Penfield, NY FULL_TIME
  • 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.

    Benefits

    • PTO & Holidays
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Dependent Care Reimbursement
    • Loan Forgiveness Program
    • 4 Healthcare options
    • HSA & FSA
    • Vision & Dental
    • Life Insurance and disability options
    • 403(b) w/ 6% employer match
    • & More!!

    What you will do in your role

    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.

    • Assist Recreation Director in designing and implementing recreation activities.
    • Create and monitor individual recreation goals for each client and report on the progress of the goal during treatment team meetings and staff meetings.
    • Work collaboratively with staff within the interdisciplinary team as well as colleagues in other departments to develop a comprehensive recreation plan to provide a positive learning environment for the children in our care.
    • Complete required reports and documentation in a timely manner meeting all standards of content and professional presentation.
    • Provide for the recreational needs and leisure time activities of children in care by planning and supervising activities both within and away from the unit setting.

    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.

    • Provide treatment services and recreation activities to individuals using a variety of techniques including arts and crafts, animals, sports, games, dance and movement, drama, music, and community outings.
    • Treat and help maintain physical, mental, and emotional well-being of clients by seeking to reduce depression, stress and anxiety; recover basic motor functioning and reasoning abilities; build confidence; and socialize effectively.
    • Strive to meet the American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA) Standards of Practice.
    • Provide and document CFTSS services for eligible clients.

    *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

    Benefits:

    • Dental insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Employee discount
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Life insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Parental leave
    • Professional development assistance
    • Referral program
    • Retirement plan
    • Tuition reimbursement
    • Vision insurance

    Schedule:

    • 8 hour shift
    • Monday to Friday
    • On call

    Application Question(s):

    • Were you referred to this position by a current employee? If so, please provide their first and last name.
    • Please provide 3 professional references' names, phone numbers, email addresses and relationships to you.

    Education:

    • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

    Experience:

    • Recreational therapy or related: 3 years (Required)

    License/Certification:

    • Driver's License (Required)

    Ability to Relocate:

    • Penfield, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • 16 Days Ago

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Senior Recreational Activity Leader
  • Elderwood
  • Brockport, NY FULL_TIME
  • SalaryPay: $16.00 - $20.00 / hour Overview Elderwood is seeking a Senior Activity Leader to join their team! Position Overview: Responsible for assisting the Activities Director and implementing a pro...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Senior Recreational Activity Leader
  • Elderwood of Lakeside at Brockport
  • Brockport, NY FULL_TIME
  • Senior Recreational Activity Leader Requisition ID 2024-29000 # of Openings 1 Area of Interest Social Work Company Elderwood Location Elderwood of Lakeside at Brockport Position Type Regular Full-Time...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Massage Therapist
  • Massage Envy
  • Webster, NY OTHER
  • Overview Where Better Careers Begin!Massage Envy Webster. 900 Holt Road, Webster NY 14580 Are you looking to grow your career with a team that values, supports & empowers you? The difference you'll ma...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Occupational Therapist
  • Heritage Christian Services
  • Rochester, NY OTHER
  • Overview An Occupational Therapist has the primary responsibility of assisting individuals to improve their ability to perform activities of daily living in order to maximize safety, quality of life, ...
  • 18 Days Ago

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OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
  • Mary Cariola
  • Rochester, NY FULL_TIME
  • Salary Range: $51,500 - $65,000 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Sensitivity to cultural diversity of others Provides students with appropriate sensory motor programs that will be conducted in in...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Dental Hygienist - choose your shift
  • GoTu
  • Rochester, NY
  • Pay Range: $40-$70/Hour By using the GoTu app, you can find local temporary and permanent opportunities and get peace of...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med/Surg
  • Rochester Regional Health
  • Rochester, NY
  • HOW WE CARE FOR YOU At Rochester Regional Health, we are dedicated to getting health care right. Our robust benefits and...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Ophthalmology
  • Delta Companies
  • Rochester, NY
  • COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Neuro Ophthalmology (OPH) Ancillary Income:ASC ownershipopportunity Base Salary:Negotiablesala...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Ontario County RN Case Manager - Home Care
  • Rochester Regional Health
  • Rochester, NY
  • HOW WE CARE FOR YOU: At Rochester Regional Health, we are dedicated to getting health care right. Our robust benefits an...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Hygienist - choose your own schedule
  • GoTu
  • Rochester, NY
  • Pay Range: $40-$70/Hour By using the GoTu app, you can find local temporary and permanent opportunities and get peace of...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dental Hygienist
  • GoTu
  • Rochester, NY
  • Pay Range: $40-$70/Hour By using the GoTu app, you can find local temporary and permanent opportunities and get peace of...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RDH (Registered Dental Hygienist)- Make your Own Schedule and Choose Your Pay
  • GoTu
  • Rochester, NY
  • Pay Range: $45-$70/Hour By using the GoTu app, you can find local temporary and permanent opportunities and get peace of...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Registered Dental Hygienist
  • GoTu
  • Rochester, NY
  • Pay Range: $45-$70/Hour By using the GoTu app, you can find local temporary and permanent opportunities and get peace of...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Rochester is at 43°9′56″N 77°36′41″W / 43.16556°N 77.61139°W / 43.16556; -77.61139 (43.165496, −77.611504). The city is about 73 miles (120 km) east-northeast of Buffalo and about 87 miles (140 km) west of Syracuse and Albany, the state capital is 226 miles (360 km) to the east ; it sits on Lake Ontario's southern shore. The Genesee River bisects the city. Toronto, Canada is northwest 168 miles (270 km) and New York City is about 350 miles (560 km) to the southeast. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 37.1 square miles (96 km2), of which 35.8 square m...
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapist jobs
$55,510 to $68,964
Rochester, New York area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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