Recreation Therapist I-Long Term Care (Full-Time, Days-Evenings)

Recreation Therapist

As a Recreation Therapist, your compassion and creativity assist in keeping our community physically and mentally healthy.

Location: Park Ridge LC & Wegman Family Cottages 1555 Long Pond Rd. Rochester, NY

Department: Long Term Care

Schedule: Monday-Friday 11:30am-7:30pm (Days-Evenings)

Attributes:

• 1-2 years' experience in recreation therapy required
• Previous recreational experience with the aging population
• Strong oral communication skills with a focus on exceptional customer service
• Demonstrated ability of thorough documentation
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist 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:

AS: Therapeutic Recreation (Required)

Licenses / Certifications:

NYS DL - valid New York State Driver's License - New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYSDMV)

Physical Requirements:

Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 2050 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common 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:

$20.00 - $29.00

City: Rochester

Postal Code: 14626

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.