Mental Health, Office of

Recreation Therapist Position

Sagamore Children's Psychiatric Center, an Office of Mental Health (OMH) Joint Commission accredited facility, is recruiting a Recreation Therapist to join their team. As a Recreation Therapist, you will plan activities for individuals with mental illness to help promote hope and recovery and integration back into the community; including:

• Planning, developing, and implementing recreational therapy groups including special events and holiday celebrations
• Organizing and maintaining recreation areas, equipment, and supplies
• Observing and recording individuals' participation, progress, and responses and making recommendations to treatment plans as needed
• Completing required documentation, including participation in recreation activities and changes in behavior

Candidates from outside or within State service may be considered for hire under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement - Statewide (NY HELPS) program if they have:

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation; or
• A bachelor's degree in Recreation, Physical Education or Adaptive Physical Education and 1 year of experience in planning and administering a therapeutic recreation program which involved developing and coordinating therapeutic recreational activities for geriatric patients/residents, individuals with developmental disabilities, individuals with psychiatric disabilities, individuals that are physically challenged, or individuals in treatment for chemical dependency; or
• Current credentials as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) issued by the National Council For Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC);
• Current licensure by NYS as a Creative Arts Therapist

All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:

• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs

Background checks will be required. This position is eligible for a downstate adjustment of $4,000.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.