Recreational Therapist

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

Job Details

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.


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