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- A therapeutic recreation program is defined as a professional service that assists people with disabilities and other limitations to have a leisure life-style that encompasses functional independence, health and well-being through treatment, education and participation. Therapeutic recreation is practiced in clinical, community and residential treatment settings.
- NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
- Access to tuition assistance programs
- Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
- Paid time off - 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
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Recreation Therapist, Buffalo Psychiatric Center, P24598 - State of New York
Description
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Review VacancyDate Posted 03/14/24
Applications Due06/03/24
Vacancy ID153789
AgencyMental Health, Office of
TitleRecreation Therapist, Buffalo Psychiatric Center, P24598
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Salary Grade14
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $52198 to $66634 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation Day shift weekdays, plus scheduled weekend hours.
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 6 AM
To 6 PM
Flextime allowed?
Mandatory overtime?
Compressed workweek allowed?
Telecommuting allowed?
County Erie
Street Address Buffalo Psychiatric Center
400 Forest Avenue
City Buffalo
StateNY
Zip Code14213
Minimum Qualifications Either 1. a bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation;
Or 2. a bachelor's degree in Recreation, Physical Education or Adaptive Physical Education AND one year of experience in planning and administering a therapeutic recreation program* which involved developing and coordinating therapeutic recreational activities for geriatric patients/residents, individuals with developmental disabilities, individuals with psychiatric disabilities, individuals that are physically challenged, or individuals in treatment for chemical dependency;
Or 3. current credentials as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) issued by the National Council For Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC), 7 Elmwood Drive, New City, NY For further information you may contact them at or at
Or 4. current licensure by NYS as a Creative Arts Therapist. For information about licensure, visit or call
Duties Description As a Recreation Therapist you would plan and conduct activities for client/patient groups, working individually or as a member of a treatment team or treatment program.
NOTE:
In order to be eligible for appointment and to maintain employment, you cannot be listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of the Federal and/or State Medicaid and Medicare exclusion lists (or excluded from any other Federal or Federally assisted program).
If you are appointed and subsequently listed as an excluded individual or entity on any of these lists (or excluded from any other Federal or federally assisted program), you may be terminated from your employment.
If appointed, you may be required to become an enrolled Medicare provider; obtain and provide to your employer a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number issued by the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES); and otherwise actively participate to the degree necessary to allow for your services to be billed through Medicare and Medicaid.
If you are appointed and are required to become a Medicare Provider and lose the ability to bill through Medicare and Medicaid, you may be terminated from your employment.
Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Human Resources
Telephone
Fax
Email Address bpc-Address
Street Buffalo Psychiatric Center
400 Forest Avenue
City Buffalo
State NY
Zip Code 14213
Notes on ApplyingPlease indicate the Title, Vacancy ID # and Location of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email or fax.
Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it along with your other application materials via fax, mail or the Human Resources email address noted above.
The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances.
To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations.
A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where the unique attributes and skills of all employees are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency.
OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.