Recreation Therapist; CTRS

Richmond Center is hiring a Recreation Therapist (CTRS) in Staten Island, NY. We are seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) to join our dynamic team in the Neuro Behavioral Unit. This role is ideal for a compassionate, creative professional who is passionate about enhancing quality of life through structured and meaningful recreational programming.

• Develop and implement group and individual recreational activities tailored to residents’ needs, interests, and cognitive levels
• Facilitate leisure, educational, theme-based, and cognitively stimulating activities
• Assess and evaluate residents’ participation and progress
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with Department of Health regulations
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support resident goals
• Maintain a safe, engaging, and inclusive therapeutic environment
• Knowledge of Point Click Care (PCC) is a plus

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)
• Experience working with behavioral health or neuro populations preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Creativity, flexibility, and ability to motivate residents
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, and a team player

Richmond Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a 372-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in the borough of Staten Island. Our size enables a warm, nurturing environment, which allows each resident to maintain his/her individuality. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents, by maintaining each resident’s dignity and independence.
Richmond Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care consortium.

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