Blythedale Children's Hospital is a leading pediatric hospital dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate care. As the only free-standing children's specialty hospital in New York State, we admit patients with complex medical conditions to our state-of-the-art 94-bed inpatient facility from academic medical centers across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Located just 25 miles north of Manhattan in beautiful Westchester County, we offer an inspiring work environment where healthcare professionals thrive.  Learn more about Blythedale on our website here.

Blythedale Children's Hospital is seeking Full Time Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) to join our team. Primary responsibilities on our 24-bed long term care unit, with floating responsibilities on our inpatient units.  The ideal CTRS candidate is compassionate and skilled at assessing the unique recreational needs of infants, children and teens with medical complexities.  Five shifts per week with a  variable schedule: weekdays, 11:30a-7:30p (with evening differential); weekends, 9:30a-5:30p; and availability for three holidays (with premium pay).

• Responsibilities will include planning and implementing appropriate recreational activities for both individual and group programming.

• Minimum one year of experience working with a pediatric population.

• Bachelor's degree in Therapuetic Recreation (or related field).
• CTRS certification (or elgible for certification within six months of start date).

• Ability to physically restrain or move patients in an emergency. 
• Ability to roll patients in wheelchairs, stretchers along with patient equipment.

• Advantages of Working at Blythedale:
• Competitive Salary: We offer a salary that reflects your skills and experience.
• Professional Development Opportunities: Access to mentorship, leadership training, and career advancement programs.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Including medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family.  Learn more about our benefits here.
• Retirement Plans with Employer Matching: Secure your future with our strong retirement plans.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave policies.
• Safe Work Environment: Commitment to everyone’s safety and well-being.
• Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives: A workplace that values and supports all employees.
• Blythedale Children's Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).