Top 17 Recreation therapist Jobs in Fairfield Ct

Director of Compass Programming (Therapeutic Activities) [management]
Senior Living Residences —Ridgefield, CT
- $65,000 - $70,000 a year
- Email
- Customer service
- Residential
- 3 years
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Recreation Director
Wilton Meadows Health Care Center —Wilton, CT
- From $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Skilled nursing facility
- Rehabilitation center
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Therapeutic Recreation Director (TRD)
Civita Care Center at West River —Milford, CT
- Urgently hiring
- In person
- Skilled nursing facility
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Activities Therapist-PD
Stamford Health —Stamford, CT
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Word processing
- BLS Certification
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Art Therapist
Newport Healthcare —Seymour, CT
- $34.04 - $46.80 a year
- Doctoral degree
- Mid-level
- Residential
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Recreation Therapist (NY HELPS), Pilgrim Psychiatric Center, P27626
State of New York - Mental Health, Office of —West Brentwood, NY
- $53,764 - $68,630 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Psychiatry
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Rehabilitation Therapist - Rehab Administration
St. Vincent's Medical Center —Westport, CT
- Weekends as needed
- Psychiatry
- Adults
- Inpatient
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Psychiatric Recreation Technician (p/t) - Days
Northwell Health —Norwalk, CT
- $26.48 - $50.49 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Psychiatry
- Addiction Medicine
- Associate's degree
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Art Therapist
LifeBridge Community Services —Bridgeport, CT
- $66,000 - $74,000 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Writing skills
- LPC
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Therapeutic Recreation Director
Arden House (2) —Hamden, CT
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Hospice Pet Therapy Volunteer
Health Care Connectors —Greenwich, CT
- Part-time
- Home Health
- Home health
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
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Certified Recreational Therapist
KAFFA, LLC —Dix Hills, NY
- $29 - $39 an hour
- Temporary
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Psychiatry
- Flexible schedule
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Phoenix House of New York —Ronkonkoma, NY
- $25.00 - $28.85 an hour
- Full-time
- Addiction Medicine
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Recreation Counselor PT
Outreach Development Corp. —Brentwood, NY
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Residential
- Entry level
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CLINICAL THERAPIST - THER
The Children s Center of Hamden Inc —Hamden, CT
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Master of Social Work
- Heavy lifting
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Director of Compass Programming (Therapeutic Activities) [management]

Senior Living Residences -
Ridgefield, CT

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Full-time
$65,000 - $70,000 a year

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Commuter assistance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Pet insurance

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Director of Compass Programming (Memory Care, Therapeutic Support)

Ridgefield, Connecticut

Ridgefield Station is professionally managed by Senior Living Residences, who enjoys an exceptional reputation among both families and professionals for providing quality care, creating innovative programs that enhance quality of life for residents and for maintaining the highest of industry standards. But it is our associates’ commitment to our “Right Values” philosophy that established and maintains this position of excellence, respect and trustworthiness in the senior housing industry. Working in the assisted living field requires compassion, integrity. Our most successful associates don’t view their role as just a job but as an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of seniors.

Ridgefield Station’s caring and compassionate programming team members provide therapeutic opportunities and meaningful engagement for our senior residents. A career at Ridgefield Station means joining a team of caring and compassionate professionals who are encouraged to share their opinions and ideas. Voted #6 Top Place to Work by Hearst Media Group in Western Connecticut, you will find meaningful work with a team that delivers great service for a company that has your back. Enjoy an outstanding benefits package and the opportunity to enrich the lives of seniors. Learn more about Ridgefield Station here.

AVAILABLE SHIFTS:

Full Time salaried position with rotating manager-on-duty weekend schedule

PAY & BENEFITS:

Annual rate starting at $65,000

Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental, and vision insurance, disability coverage, complimentary life insurance and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match. We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:

DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
Generous bonus program for referring associates and or residents
Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses.
Nationwide tuition rewards program.
Free meal during scheduled shifts.
Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

The Director of Compass Programming at Ridgefield Station is a key member of the community’s leadership team and reports to the Executive Director. This person is responsible for creating and implementing meaningful, therapeutic programming and an innovative whole-person approach that focuses on a resident’s emotions, strengths, and remaining abilities—not on their disabilities. This person works primarily in our memory care neighborhood, working closely with our assisted living residents.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage the daily operation of the Compass Memory Support Neighborhood, in coordination with the leadership team
Manage a comprehensive therapeutic program, with the goal of enhancing social, intellectual, creative, spiritual and physical well-being of residents, in accordance with Compass goals and procedures
Lead daily programs for residents with Alzheimer's and related dementias
Supervise and train programming assistants, Resident Care Associates and volunteers
Assist with monthly newsletter, Facebook and community events
Plan scheduled outings for residents and occasionally drive the van/car
Manage the department budget
Serve as Manager on Duty, including rotating weekends

WE’D LOVE TO CHAT IF YOU HAVE:

3+ years of senior healthcare experience; Professional licensure in related healthcare field preferred
Knowledge of Alzheimer’s Disease, related dementias, and behavior management techniques, and a sincere desire to work with cognitively impaired residents
Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) and Certified Alzheimer’s Association support group leader (if you don’t, we will offer the opportunity to get these certifications)
A valid driver’s license and history of accident-free driving. Must be able to be insured insured by community auto insurance (26+ years of age)

WHAT WE EXPECT:

Teamwork: Promote a positive team spirit and a culture of cooperation, openness, enthusiasm, customer service, and an atmosphere conducive to growth.
Trustworthiness: Demonstrate an acute sense of responsibility and moral integrity with strong follow-through on commitments, inspiring the trust of others.
Professionalism: Provide leadership; take the initiative, handle pressure and be level-headed in emergencies, treat others with respect, excel at project management.
Communication: Interact clearly and effectively with an openness to other people's ideas and thoughts; Demonstrate patience, tact, positive energy and enthusiasm.
Technical Ability: You can’t be successful at this job if you are averse to technology! We use technology to do our jobs and communicate with residents, families and coworkers.

Not ready to apply just yet but have questions? Email us at [email protected].

Senior Living Residences (SLR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all Job Applicants and our Associates. We aim to attract and retain a diverse staff. SLR honors each associate’s (and resident’s) experiences, perspectives, and unique identities. Each of our communities strives to create and maintain a living and working environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. We are also proud to have reached Platinum through SAGECare's LGBTQ Cultural Competency Training Program to build bridges between staff and LGBTQ residents and families by telling real stories and forming connections on a human level.

Employment decisions at SLR are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or the result of genetic testing or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In addition, The Community complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, re-hire, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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