Recreation Therapist - Sunday-Thursday 9:00am-5:30pm - Kendal on Hudson : Job Details

We are actively recruiting a full-time Recreation Therapist to lead recreational activities for our seniors on the skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care units. The schedule for this position is Sunday-Thursday from 9:00am - 5:30pm._*Primary responsibilities:*_* Assist in the development and implementation of programs that support the five dimensions of well-being: physical, emotional, intellectual, social and spiritual.* Perform resident assessments based on regulatory requirements.* Develop a rapport with residents that demonstrates a deep knowing of hteir interests and preferences to promote quality of life and socialization._Qualifications:_* Bachelor's degree in Recreation, Music Therapy or Occupational Therapy; CTRS preferred; other certifications/experience considered* 1-2 years experience working with geriatric population* Willingess to work with residents with cognitive impairments* Excellent communication skills* Ability to walk long distances while pushing wheelchairs indoors and oputdoor* Ability to move furniture and life up to 50 pounds* Computer skillsJob Type: Full-timePay: $24.00 - $27.00 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Employee assistance program* Employee discount* Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Referral program* Retirement plan* Tuition reimbursement* Vision insuranceSchedule:* 8 hour shiftWork Location: In person