Senior Recreation Therapist (NY HELPS), Creedmoor Psychiatric Center, P27373

Duties Description Creedmoor Psychiatric Center is recruiting a Senior Recreation Therapist to provide therapeutic and rehabilitative recreation services to individuals with mental illness. Candidates from outside or within State Service may apply. As a Senior Recreation Therapist, you will develop, implement, and deliver recreation therapy services including: Modifying activities based on individuals’ physical activity and/or rehabilitative needs Observing and recording individuals’ progress, responses, and behaviors Maintaining records and documentation in accordance with program standards and requirements Designing and administering individual and group programs Minimum Qualifications Candidates may be considered under the Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement – Statewide (NY HELPS) program if they meet one of the following educational and experience requirements: Bachelor’s degree in therapeutic recreation or related field and at least 2 years of post‑degree professional experience in planning and administering a therapeutic program for a geriatric population, individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities, mental illness, physical disabilities, addiction, or substance use disorders. Master’s degree in therapeutic recreation or related field and at least 1 year of post‑degree professional experience in as described above. Licensure or registration as a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist (LCAT) in New York State; certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC); registration as an Art Therapist with the American Art Therapy Association; registration as a Dance/Movement Therapist with the North American Dance Therapy Association; certification as a Music Therapist by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT); or registration as a Registered Drama Therapist by the North American Drama Therapy Association can substitute for one year of post‑degree professional experience. Additional eligible considerations: Competitive class appointment for candidates reachable on the current Senior Recreation Therapist eligible list. Transfer to competitive class for in‑state service members with one year of permanent competitive or 55‑b/55‑c service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law. Non‑competitive promotion examination for employees of the Office of Mental Health, requiring at least one year of permanent service as a Recreation Therapist. Benefits NYS medical, dental, and vision insurance Access to tuition assistance programs Opportunities for advancement and professional growth Paid time off – 13 vacation days in the first year, 5 personal days, 13 holidays, and paid sick leave NYS retirement programs This position is eligible for a Down State adjustment of $4,000. Background checks will be required. Eligibility for appointment and continued employment requires not being listed on any federal or state Medicaid/Medicare exclusion lists; appointment may result in requirement to become an enrolled Medicare provider and obtain an NPI number if necessary. #J-18808-Ljbffr New York State Office of Mental Health