Recreation Therapist

New York
March 3, 2026

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Job Description

The Recreation Therapist plans, organizes, and supervises recreational activities to promote healthy lifestyles, social skills, and growth for youth in a human services setting.

  • Develops and delivers diverse programs including arts, sports, and community outings tailored to individual treatment plans.
  • Supervises recreation facilities ensuring safety and performs maintenance as needed.
  • Documents progress, participates in treatment team meetings, and provides positive role modeling.
  • Supervises activities for up to three youth, completes reports, and assists with special events.
  • Requires a bachelor’s degree in related fields, youth recreation experience, and certifications such as CPR and possibly lifeguard training.
  • Must demonstrate strong interpersonal, conflict resolution, and de-escalation skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
  • This full-time role offers benefits and requires working in Auburn, NY, with relocation prior to starting.