Top 7 Recreational Therapists Jobs in Syracuse, NY

Receration Therapist
Van Duyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing —Syracuse, NY
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Skilled nursing facility
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
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Recreational Therapist- Behavioral Emergency Response Team
SUNY Upstate Medical University —Syracuse, NY
- Part-time
- Psychiatry
- Mid-level
- 3 years
Creative Art Therapist
SUNY Upstate Medical University —Syracuse, NY
- Weekends as needed
- Psychiatry
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Child Life Specialist-Evening
SUNY Upstate Medical University —Syracuse, NY
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Psychology
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Recreation Therapist, (NY HELPS), Hutchings Psychiatric Center, Inpatient, P26685
State of New York - Mental Health, Office of —Syracuse, NY
- $53,764 - $68,630 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Psychiatry
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Child Life Specialist Surgery Center 550
SUNY Upstate Medical University —Syracuse, NY
- Full-time
- Outpatient experience
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree

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Receration Therapist

Van Duyn Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing -
Syracuse, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$20 - $25 an hour

Qualifications

Employee relationship building
Bachelor's degree
Stakeholder relationship building

Full Job Description

Recreation Therapist

Department: Therapeutic Recreation
Reports To: Director of Therapeutic Recreation
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The Recreation Therapist is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating therapeutic recreation programs that promote the physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and psychosocial well-being of residents in a long-term care facility. This position develops individualized and group interventions designed to enhance quality of life, maintain functional abilities, foster independence, and support resident-centered care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Resident Assessment & Care Planning

Conduct comprehensive therapeutic recreation assessments upon admission and as required by facility policy.
Identify residents' interests, strengths, abilities, limitations, and psychosocial needs.
Develop individualized therapeutic recreation goals and interventions as part of the interdisciplinary care plan.
Participate in resident care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings.
Update assessments and care plans based on resident progress, changes in condition, or regulatory requirements.

Program Development & Implementation

Design and facilitate therapeutic recreation programs that support residents' physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and spiritual well-being.
Provide individual and group interventions tailored to resident needs and abilities.
Implement specialized programming for residents with dementia, behavioral health diagnoses, and rehabilitation goals.
Coordinate leisure education, adaptive recreation, sensory stimulation, and wellness activities.
Encourage resident participation and engagement while respecting individual preferences and choices.

Resident Engagement & Quality of Life

Promote meaningful opportunities for socialization, self-expression, community involvement, and personal fulfillment.
Assist residents in maintaining independence and maximizing functional abilities through therapeutic recreation interventions.
Advocate for resident rights, dignity, and individualized choices in programming.
Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and resident-centered environment.

Documentation & Compliance

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of assessments, care plans, participation records, progress notes, and outcomes.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations related to therapeutic recreation services.
Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
Assist with survey preparation and regulatory inspections.

Collaboration & Leadership

Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, social services, dietary, and other departments to support holistic resident care.
Provide education and support to staff regarding therapeutic recreation interventions and resident engagement strategies.
Assist in training activity staff, volunteers, and interns as appropriate.
Support special events, family programs, community partnerships, and facility-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Therapy, Recreational Therapy, or a related field required.
Certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) preferred.

Experience

Minimum of one year of experience in therapeutic recreation, healthcare, rehabilitation, senior living, or long-term care preferred.
Experience working with geriatric populations, dementia care, and skilled nursing residents preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of therapeutic recreation principles, assessment techniques, and intervention strategies.
Understanding of aging, dementia, behavioral health, and rehabilitation services.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and motivational skills.
Ability to adapt programs to varying physical and cognitive abilities.
Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the facility.
Ability to assist with activity setup and transportation of supplies and equipment.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Ability to participate actively in recreation and therapeutic programming.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Resident participation and engagement rates.
Resident satisfaction and quality-of-life outcomes.
Completion and accuracy of assessments and care plans.
Compliance with regulatory standards.
Successful implementation of individualized therapeutic interventions.
Positive survey and quality assurance outcomes.

Core Competencies

Resident-Centered Care
Therapeutic Recreation Planning
Assessment & Documentation
Dementia Care Programming
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Communication & Relationship Building
Creativity & Program Development
Quality Improvement
Regulatory Compliance

Working Conditions

Work is performed in resident care areas, activity spaces, outdoor environments, and community settings.
May require occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays to support resident programming and special events.

Mission: To enhance each resident's quality of life by providing meaningful therapeutic recreation opportunities that promote wellness, independence, dignity, engagement, and overall well-being within a compassionate long-term care environment.

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Recreational Therapist- Behavioral Emergency Response Team

Creative Art Therapist

Child Life Specialist-Evening

Recreation Therapist, (NY HELPS), Hutchings Psychiatric Center, Inpatient, P26685

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