Top 4 Recreation therapist Jobs in Wallkill Ny

Activities Leader
WOODLAND POND INC —New Paltz, NY
- $20.66 - $22.66 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- High school diploma or GED
Activities Director
The Splendid of Highland —Highland, NY
- $24 - $28 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
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Assistant Director - Student Activities
The Culinary Institute of America —Hyde Park, NY
- $63,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Activities Director
The Splendid of Highland —Highland, NY
Minimum one (1) year experience in activities programming, recreation, behavioral health, human services, assisted living, adult care, psychiatric…
$24 - $28 an hour
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Activities Leader
WOODLAND POND INC —New Paltz, NY
Valid NYS driver’s license. Valid NYS driver’s license. Arranges and sets up virtual video calls according to schedule; updates list as needed.
$20.66 - $22.66 an hour
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Current Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or Board Certified Music Therapist (MT-BS) in the state of Ohio.
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Activities Leader

WOODLAND POND INC -
New Paltz, NY

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Job Details

Per diem
$20.66 - $22.66 an hour

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Activities Leader

Responsible to Position Classifications Activities Director Hourly/Non-Exempt

Directly Supervises and Evaluates

None

Is Back Up To: Activities Coordinator & Music Therapist

Is Backed Up By: Activities Coordinator & Music Therapist

WOODLAND POND CONFORMANCE STATEMENT

In the performance of their respective duties and responsibilities, all employees are expected to conform to the following:

Performing quality work with or without direct supervision
Interacting professionally with other employees, residents, guests, and all others
Working effectively and in accordance with the Woodland Pond Communication Fundamentals
Completing tasks independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations
Complying with all federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations as well as Woodland Pond policy and procedure at all times

Position Summary
Assists in coordinating residents, volunteers, and staff in planning and implementing programs and activities for Health center residents

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function)

Understands and adheres to Resident Care Plans and dietary orders (*CF)
Assists in planning, organizing and leading activities that encourage socialization, relaxation, overall wellbeing and/or provides entertainment for all units while encouraging resident participation and promoting social exchanges between residents through modeling and participation (*CF)
Actively participates in activity planning meetings; including presenting a standing report of challenges, successes and recommendations for upcoming events (*CF)
Encourages residents to participate in activities based on known specific resident interest levels (*CF)
Encourages social exchanges between residents through participation (*CF)
Completes initial assessment upon resident admission to the Health Center and other resident-related paperwork, as assigned (*CF)
Maintains daily resident attendance records
Ensures resident newspapers and mail is delivered daily (*CF)
Monitors and request for purchase equipment and supplies used for activities
Decorates for events and keeps activity supplies organized
Assists in publicity of activities
Arranges and sets up virtual video calls according to schedule; updates list as needed
Understands and follows the process/procedures related to resident outings
Assists in the orientation of new volunteers; works collaboratively with same
Escorts new Pet Therapy volunteers as directed
Completes all required training and in-services
All other duties as assigned

GENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Maintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearance
Understands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of duties
Willing to learn and grow
Demonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviors
Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide programming to and communicate with primarily elderly population
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span
Ability to assess data reflecting the resident’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each resident’s requirements
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general and professional periodicals and journals
Ability to write reports, newsletters, and general correspondence, using standard word processing and publishing software
Ability to respond to questions from groups of managers, residents, staff, and the general public
Ability to remain calm in all types of situations, including emergencies
Must be creative and energetic; willing to work as part of a team
Ability to utilize various A/V equipment, computers, and systems as well as baking/cooking equipment to assist in the delivery of activity programming
Demonstrates appropriate basic food handling skills and food safety knowledge
Availability to work a flexible schedule including regular evening/weekend hours and alternating holidays
Maintains predictable and reliable attendance

Qualifications

High school diploma or HSE. Associates Degree preferred
Computer proficiency, specifically with Microsoft Office programs
Current CNA certification, preferred
Minimum one year related experience, experience working with people with dementia, desired
Valid NYS driver’s license

Degree of Travel

Occasional travel as escort on resident outings and trips.

DISRUPTION TO ROUTINE

Must be able to adapt to the residents’ interests and occasionally conflicting needs. Occasional schedule changes due to residents’ requests and/or special events. Frequent interruptions.

Safety Hazards in Job

Possible exposure to infections from residents.

Physical Demands

Never

Occasionally

Frequently

Continually

Sit

Stand

Walk

Bend/Stoop

Squat

Crawl

Climb

Reach Above Shoulder Level

Kneel

Balance

Lift, Carry, Push, Pull

Maximum 10 Lbs.

Maximum 20 Lbs.

Maximum 50 Lbs.

Maximum Over 50 Lbs.

Must Be Able To

See

Hear

Speak

Use One Hand

Use Both Hands

Environmental Conditions

Never

Occasionally

Frequently

Continually

Involves Being

Inside

Outside

Exposed to Temperatures of

32ûF and less

100ûF and more

Wet & Humid Conditions

Noise, Vibration

Fumes, Dust

Hazards, Exposure

Never

Occasionally

Frequently

Continually

Infectious Wastes

Toxic Chemicals

Qualifications

High school diploma or HSE. Associates Degree preferred
Computer proficiency, specifically with Microsoft Office programs
Current CNA certification, preferred
Minimum one year related experience, experience working with people with dementia, desired
Valid NYS driver’s license

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