Recreational Instructor (57513)

About the role

Recruit a dynamic team member to join Phoenix House of NY, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families overcome substance use disorders and achieve lasting recovery. As a Recreational Instructor, you will conduct various therapeutic recreation activities for day rehabilitation clients.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement therapeutic recreational programs and activities for day rehabilitation clients under the supervision of the Program Director.
• Conducts various therapeutic recreation programs for clients including, but not limited to creative expressive programs (writing, dramatics, music, arts, and crafts), light physical activities (walking, yoga, meditation), group games, special events and programs.
• Facilitate groups on time and in a professional, ethical, and caring manner.
• Provide backup coverage in the event of other clinical staff absences.
• Serves as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team that consults with other healthcare professionals in service delivery.
• Demonstrate initiative in task identification and completion; use time efficiently and work with the Program Director to effectively handle volume of work.
• Complete all documentation (i.e., progress notes, group notes) in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• REQUIRED EDUCATION: High School Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: CASAC-T, CASAC (preferred).
• Required Experience: Experience in planning and facilitating recreational activities, experience working with adolescents, experience working in a residential treatment setting.
• Must have a clean and valid NYS driver's license.
• Must be able to work the required schedule.

Competencies (KSA’s)

• Leadership
• Initiative
• Ethical Practices
• Judgment
• Relationship Management
• Emotional Intelligence
• Professional Boundaries
• Global and Cultural Awareness
• Critical Evaluation
• Problem Solving
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Crisis Management
• Technical Capacity

Job Details

• Ronkonkoma Residential - Ronkonkoma, NY
• Full Time - non-exempt
• Salary range: $25.00 - $28.85

Benefits

• (10) Paid Holidays
• Paid vacation, sick time, personal and wellness time
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for those who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week
• Pet insurance, legal support, and other supplemental insurance
• A generous tuition reimbursement program
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Competitive wages and more...