These positions exist in the Office of Mental Health, Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services, the Department of Education, the Department of Health, the State University Health Science Center in Syracuse, and the Department of Correctional Services' Coxsackie, Mohawk and Wende Correction Facilities. Individuals working in the creative Arts therapies would, depending upon the specialty, provide programs in Art, Dance or Music to achieve a therapeutic aim. You would also analyze and report behavior patterns to a team leader or other supervisor. In addition, you may be required to requisition, store and maintain equipment and supplies.
Therapeutic recreation is practiced in clinical, community and residential treatment settings.
Proficiency must be at a level that will assure your ability to perform the duties of the position properly. Appropriate part-time and volunteer experience, which can be verified, will be accepted on a prorated basis. If you are certified by the New York State Recreation and Park Society as a Leisure Professional, include this information on your application. Vagueness and omissions will not be resolved in your favor. Your name will be placed on the eligible list for two years.