Review Vacancy
TitleRecreation Therapist Montrose
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $52228 to $65832 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Currently in title of Recreation Therapist and eligible for transfer OR Currently on the Civil Service list for the title Recreation Therapist and have a reachable score OR Bachelors degree in Therapeutic Recreation or closely related field and one (1) year of post degree professional experience in planning and administering a therapeutic program which involved developing and coordinating therapeutic activities for a geriatric population, or individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, mental illness, physical disabilities, addiction, or substance use disorders OR Current credentials as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) issued by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC). .
Provisional appointments will be only considered if we do not have qualified applicants as listed above.
Duties Description As a Recreation Therapist, the incumbent will plan and conduct activities for resident groups, working individually or as a member of a treatment team or treatment program; participate in MDS, Care Plans, initial resident assessments;, continuous observation; documenting behavior changes,, cognitive skills; collaborating with other disciplines and care givers of the overall care of the Veterans as well as assisting other Recreation Therapists in all activity programs. The goal of each program is to bring about positive change in a resident's mental, physical and/or social behavior
Additional Comments Salary includes base salary and annual downstate adjustment. Condition of Provisional appointment: Candidate hired on a Provisional basis will be required to pass a qualifying Civil Service exam in the future and be immediately reachable for appointment on the resulting eligible list to maintain employment. We have day and evening shifts available.
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