Recreation Therapist- Long Term Care (Full time, day shift) in NEWARK, New York at Rochester Regional Health
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Description
Job Title: Recreational Therapist
Department:
Location: DeMay Living Center- 100 Sunset Drive Newark, NY 14513
Hours Per Week: 40 Hours per week
Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 9:00am-5:30pm four days a week and one day 11:00am-7:30pm
Enjoy competitive pay with shift differentials, incentive opportunities, overtime at time-and-a-half, and strong benefits including a pension
Join DeMay Living Center and build a meaningful career in a supportive, growth-focused environment. We’re committed to your development, offering tuition assistance and actively supporting team members advancing from CNA -> LPN -> RN and into leadership roles. Gain valuable, hands-on experience across multiple units, including a rehabilitation unit that mirrors a med-surg setting. Be part of a team that invests in your future while delivering exceptional care every day.
SUMMARY
As a Recreation Therapist, your compassion and creativity assist in keeping our community physically and mentally healthy.
ATTRIBUTES
- Previous Recreational experience with the Aging population
- Strong oral communication skills with a focus on exceptional customer service
- Demonstrated ability of thorough documentation
- CPR certification preferred
- Current certification or eligibility through NCTRC or accrediting body preferred
- If travel is required, NYS Driver’s License Required
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assessments. Completes a comprehensive assessment of client’s needs, restrictions, limitations, and preferences
- Therapy. Develops and implements individual treatment programs and group Therapeutic Recreation programs
- Documentation. Documents evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress reports, and other reports as required by the profession and the department
EDUCATION:
- BS (Required)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
- BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)
PAY RANGE: $20.00 - $29.00
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.