About Job

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.

DUTIES:

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

REQUIREMENTS:

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

About us:

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer –M/F/D/V