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Recreation Therapist (24867)

Albany, NY ยท On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Free training/CEU opportunities Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex ...

Teacher Aide (25382)

Schenectady, NY ยท On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities. Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people ...

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Teacher Aide (25082)

Albany, NY ยท On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities. Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people ...

Service Navigator (25166)

Albany, NY ยท On-site

$19 - $20/hr

Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities. Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people ...

Budget Analyst (25345)

Albany, NY ยท On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

Prepare fiscal operating and capital budgets for programs and departments of Northern Rivers and Member Agencies. * Responsible for Early Head Start budgeting and financial reporting and liaison with ...

Speech Pathologist (24540)

Schenectady, NY ยท On-site

$70K - $85K/yr

Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities. Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people ...

Clinician-FFS (20313)

Albany, NY ยท On-site

$40 - $54/hr

Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities. Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people ...

Teacher Aide-sub (25300)

Schenectady, NY ยท On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities. Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people ...

APT Instructor (24958)

Albany, NY ยท On-site

$18 - $19.50/hr

Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities. Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people ...

Teacher, Art (25090)

Schenectady, NY ยท On-site

$30.77 - $33.33/hr

Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities. Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people ...

Youth Peer Advocate (24888)

Albany, NY ยท On-site

$19 - $21/hr

Northern Rivers empowers children, adults, and families to change their lives and build stronger communities. Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire great people ...

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Recreation Therapist (24867)

Northern Rivers

Albany, NY โ€ข On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

Recreation Therapist
As a Recreation Therapist, you will support Residential Treatment Facility youth recreation needs during intake and treatment. You will report to the Residential Treatment Facility Clinical Supervisor and will work onsite with some community based work required.
Responsibilities:
  • Conduct therapeutic recreational assessments of residents to support the preparation and implementation of treatment plans (14-day and monthly Treatment Reviews). Consult with RTF team members regarding recreation activity planning, design, implementation, and evaluation
  • Organize, facilitate, and support therapeutic recreational activities for individual clients and for groups
  • Maintain contact with community recreational resources to support recreational needs and activities
  • Maintain RTF recreational facilities and supplies; schedule use
  • Ensure that therapeutic recreational services comply with COA, IOC, and OMH standards
  • Complete all documentation requirements, including Rec Assessments; Individual/Group Progress Notes; Permission Packets.
  • Maintain the family/guardian's connection and involvement with the child during the RTF stay. Supporting use of recreation in their community and home settings.
  • Involve the family in every aspect of the treatment and discharge process.
  • Coordinate with RTF treatment staff regarding the family's progress, the youth's treatment plan and the planning for therapeutic home visits
Schedule:
  • Monday - Friday, 10am to 6pm
Requirements and Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Counseling, Outdoor Education or related field
  • Have CTRS licensure or eligible to obtain
  • 2 or more years of related experience
  • Must pass the required physical.
  • Must be able to complete TCI training.
Benefits
  • Health care package: medical, dental, and vision
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401 (K) plan
  • Life Insurance

  • Loan repayment assistance
  • Free training/CEU opportunities

Northern Rivers Family of Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work.
Northern Rivers Family Services is committed to keeping a safe and healthy working environment for all employees and the clients we serve. As an employee of Northern Rivers Family Services, you will be expected to perform your job in the safest possible manner and to acknowledge that safety is an important part of everyday performance. As an employee of Northern Rivers Family Services, you will adhere to all safety procedures and take part in safety program activities.