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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 09/06/22

Applications Due10/31/22

Vacancy ID111909

AgencyHealth, Department of

TitleRecreation Therapist Montrose

Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services

Salary Grade14

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $52228 to $65832 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Variable

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 9 AM

To 8 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Westchester

Street Address NYS Veterans Home at Montrose

2090 Albany Post Road

City Montrose

StateNY

Zip Code10548

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.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Montrose HR

Telephone 914-788-6102

Fax 914-788-6019

Email Address montrose.hr@nysvets.org

Address

Street NYS Veterans Home at Montrose

2090 Albany Post Road

City Montrose

State NY

Zip Code 10548

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease supply a cover letter of interest indicating how you meet the minimum qualifications along with an updated resume

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