Recreation Therapist

Overview Our Lady of Consolation is a proud member of Catholic Health and a recognized leader in providing exceptional quality driven care. We offer Long Term, Post-Acute and Skilled Nursing services. Located on the beautiful Great South Bay, the center consists of 345 beds and provides nursing and rehabilitative care. Our nurses, physicians, and support staff are devoted to providing patient-driven health care in a compassionate environment to patients, families, and the community. The Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) is responsible for assessing residents' recreational, social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs and developing therapeutic recreation programs that enhance quality of life, promote independence, and support psychosocial well-being within the nursing home setting. The CTRS works collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members to provide meaningful activities and therapeutic interventions for residents. Key Responsibilities Work with Memory Care/Alzheimer's residents Attend care plan meetings with team; develop care plans, goals, and approaches Complete EMR and MDS progress notes and care plan documentation Assess patients/residents for leisure needs Develop and maintain calendar for memory care unit Implement special events on the unit and in the auditorium, such as crafts and customs Plan community outings for long-term residents; reserve location and prepare cost estimate for planned trips and activities Complete daily statistics of program attendance Transport residents throughout the facility to attend therapeutic programs Use software programs including Activity Connection IN2L, Apple Music, Microsoft Word, Excel, Canva, Google Slides, and social media Assist with rehab assessments on weekends Assist with music during Catholic mass on Sundays Requirements Current certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist required Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Therapy or related field Must be able to work required schedule, Sunday to Thursday 8:30 am–4:40 pm Must be able to work rotating holidays Salary Range USD $33.90 ‑ $45.20 per hour. Conclusion The pay for this position ranges from $33.90 to $45.20 per hour. This range serves as a good‑faith estimate; the actual pay will encompass a number of factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. The salary range does not include bonuses, differential pay, other forms of compensation that may be applicable to this job, nor the value of benefits. In addition to the estimated base pay, Catholic Health offers generous benefits packages, tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr Catholic Health