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Recreational Therapist

$31.84 - $40.35 per week

Kaleida Health

Recreational Therapist

Department: GCH Behavioral Health Clinic Location: Golisano Children's Hospital Location of Job: US:NY:Buffalo Work Type: Full-Time Scheduled Work Hours: 7:30am-3:30pm Shift 1

Job Description

To provide an ongoing activities program which has been designed to meet in accordance with assessments, personal interests, physical, cognitive, psychosocial, emotional, and spiritual well-being of patient. This person will plan and conduct scheduled recreational therapy group sessions and programs with individual sessions as needed. Is responsible for completing assessment data as well as routine progress notes and treatment plans related to the patient's leisure functioning.

Education And Credentials

Bachelor of Science degree with concentration on recreational therapy or related field required. Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential required upon hire.

Experience

1 - 2 Years experience as a Recreational Therapist with experience in a rehab unit or behavioral health setting preferred.

Working Conditions

Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 75.00 FTE: 1.000000 Weekend/Holiday Requirement: No On Call Required: No With Rotation: Work Arrangement: Onsite Union Code: U24 - SEIU 1199 GCH Professionals Requisition ID#: 22323 Grade: P3 Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly Salary Range: $ 31.84 - $40.35

*Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Kaleida Health's mission is to advance the health of our community, and we believe our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategic work is mission-critical for the good of our workforce and the community who need and depend on our care and services. We understand that racism and health inequities stand firmly in the way of advancing the health of our community, and Kaleida Health envisions DEI as the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person. We will exemplify courage and accountability through both the professing and practice of our core values for our friends, colleagues, and community. Kaleida Health is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated!

Kaleida Health
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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