Recreation Therapist- Long Term Care (Full time, day shift)

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

Why Join DeMay Living Center?

Competitive Pay & Incentives

• Incentive opportunities
• Overtime paid at time-and-a-half  
• Strong benefits package

Career Growth & Development

• Tuition assistance available and student loan assistance programs
• 100% paid educational opportunities to support CNA -> LPN → RN career advancement
• Supportive environment focused on internal promotion

Hands-On Clinical Experience

• Work across multiple units
• Includes a rehabilitation unit modeled after a med-surg setting
• Build strong, well-rounded clinical skills

Supportive Team Environment

• Join a team committed to your success
• Meaningful work delivering high-quality patient 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
• If travel is required, NYS Driver’s License Required

FOR NEURO-BEHAVIORAL UNIT :

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) - either in place or eligibility to sit.
• Must obtain Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) through the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) within 6 months of hire.
 

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
   

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EDUCATION:

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

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The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.