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Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - CTRS

Northwell Health
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 23 Jun 2026

About the role

Shift: Full Time, Sunday-Thursday 9:00AM-5:00PM

 

Job Description

A Certified Therapeutic Rehabilitation Specialist (CTRS) is a person who holds a Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, or related field and certified through NCTRC or pending certification exam within 90 days of hire. A CTRS is responsible for providing a variety of therapeutic services to a diverse population using recreation, cooperative activities, adapted physical education/leisure, to facilitate the emotional and mental wellbeing of individuals. As a member of Therapeutic Rehabilitation services, a CTRS is also responsible for the assessment, treatment planning and documentation of the assigned clients as part of the interdisciplinary treatment team.

 

Job Responsibility

1.Provides clinical interventions in various treatment modalities within their scope of practice. 

2.Demonstrates flexibility in working collaboratively with peers and other disciplines within all service areas 

3.Participates in service-based Quality Improvement initiatives. 

4.Participates in patient assessments and treatment planning as a part of the multidisciplinary team. 

5.Performs related duties, as required. 

*ADA Essential Functions

 

Job Qualification

  • Bachelor's Degree in in heath related field from an accredited school. 
  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist upon hire or within three months of employment 
  • Completed an internship in a behavioral health setting, or previous work experience in a behavioral health setting.

 
 

*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

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Northwell Health

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