Recreation Therapy Associate

Job Description - Recreation Therapy Associate (2504072)

At the Long Island State Veterans Home, our Recreational Therapy Associates are valuable members of our team. They provide regular contact with the residents through individual and group activities. The incumbent will be responsible for assisting the department in providing programming that meets the intellectual, emotional and social needs of the residents.

• Establish a functional recreation program with a therapeutic approach.
• Promote, plan and carry out full recreation programs.
• Monitor and evaluate resident response to program inclusion and resident safety.
• Interface with other team members towards comprehensive resident care.
• Monitor all documentation in a timely manner.
• Maintain supply inventory.
• Attend Corporate Compliance training and adhere to the policies and procedures of the Corporate Compliance Program.

Working conditions may involve exposure to infectious disease, blood, body fluids and/or tissue as well as other unpleasant elements such as accidents, injuries and illness. Employees may be required to handle varying unpredictable, emergency and crisis situations and may work irregular hours and shifts to meet the operating needs of the facility.

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or Music Therapy. Certified by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation (CTRS), Registered Music Therapist (RMT), or Board-Certified Music Therapist (MT‑BC).
• Preferred: Geriatric experience; knowledge of care plans, MDS, current regulations and specialized skills.

• Successfully clear a background investigation.
• Complete a pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from the Long Island State Veterans Home Employee Health Department.
• Provide three written references and copies of required license(s)/certificate(s).
• Obtain COVID-19 vaccination in accordance with state mandates.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Therapeutic Recreation

Adult Day Health Care – Long Island State Veterans Home

Per Diem, Day Shift (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM), Pass Days:
Variable

Start:
Oct 28, 2025 & End:
Jan 27, 2026 4:59:00 AM

Commensurate with experience