Recreation Therapist Jobs in Emerson, NJ

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Creative Art Therapist LI, Correctional Health Services

  • The City of New York
  • New York, NY (15 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (15 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Creative Art Therapist LI, Correctional Health Services DepartmentMENTAL HEALTH Location Queens Job ID129290 Civil Service ClassificationNon Competitive Hire In Rate$67,083.00 (for employees new...

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Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • White Plains, NY (14 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (14 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Registered Dietitian (RD) or Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credentials 3+ years of account management or client services experience....

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Recreational Therapist

  • Northwell Health
  • New York, NY (15 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (15 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Job Qualification Bachelors Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Music Therapy or Art Therapy, required. Masters Degree, preferred....

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Recreation Specialist

  • Together for Youth
  • Valhalla, NY (14 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Valhalla, NY (14 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Valhalla, NY Position Type : Full-Time Salary Range : $24.50 - $24.50 Hourly Job Shift : Any Join Our Mission The Recreation Specialist is responsible for implementing...

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Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - Full Time Day (Sun-Thurs)

  • Elizabeth Seton Childrens
  • Yonkers, NY (7 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (7 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Recreation Therapy Certification in Therapeutic Recreation Therapy Experience Experience: One year experience Experience working with physically and cognitively challenged children preferred Salary...

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Recreation Specialist - Institutional (Recreation Specialist)

  • JUSTICE, BUREAU OF PRISONS
  • Fairfield, NJ (15 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (15 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

Recreion Specialist - Institutional (Recreion Specialist) Department of Justice Justice, Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System Summary Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure...

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Recreation Therapy Coordinator

  • Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey
  • Jersey City, NJ (17 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (17 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

"My work has special meaning and this is not just a job" 'I just love working there and that's a good place to work' 'It feels good every day to know that what you do at your job, will help and...

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Recreation Specialist

  • Diamond Healthcare Corporation
  • Valhalla, NY (14 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 27 days ago
  • Valhalla, NY (14 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 27 days ago

Schedule for this position is as follows: Tuesday through Friday 11am to 7:30pm Saturday: 10am - 6:30pm Requirements/Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in therapeutic recreation...

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Per Diem Art Therapist (Req.2311)

  • Caldwell University
  • Caldwell, NJ (15 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 28 days ago
  • Caldwell, NJ (15 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 28 days ago

Per Diem Art Therapist (Req.2311) Caldwell University in Caldwell, NJ Apply Now Type: Adjunct/Part-Time Salary: $80 per hour Posted: 10/16/2025 Application Due: Open Until Filled Category:...

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Recreation Therapist - Behavioral Health (Pediatrics)

  • Prime HealthCare Services - Saint Clares LLC
  • Boonton, NJ (20 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 29 days ago
  • Boonton, NJ (20 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 29 days ago

Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or Registered Therapeutic Recreator (RTR) preferred. 3....

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Recreation Therapist

  • ArchCare
  • New York, NY (15 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 29 days ago
  • New York, NY (15 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 29 days ago

The Recreation Therapist is responsible for assessment, implementation, facilitation, and documentation related to the Therapeutic Recreation activities within the facility....

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Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS)

  • Compass Group
  • New York City, NY (18 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • New York City, NY (18 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Registered Dietitian (RD) or Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credentials 3+ years of account management or client services experience....

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Music Therapist- ESCC

  • Elizabeth Seton Childrens
  • Yonkers, NY (7 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (7 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Communicate referrals to music therapy team and conduct initial music therapy assessments for referred residents who are prioritized for services....

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Recreation Therapist/Recreation Specialist

  • Andrus Childrens Center
  • Yonkers, NY (7 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (7 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Jo b Overview of Recreation Therapist/Recrea tion Specialist The Recreational Specialist/Recreational Therapist is responsible for overall design, planning, facilitation, and monitoring of therapeutic...

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Hourly Recreation Therapist (Creedmoor ATC)

  • State of New York
  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Queens Village, NY (22 miles from Emerson, NJ)
  • 30+ days ago

Recreation Specialist (CTRS) issued by the National Council For Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC), 7 Elmwood Drive, New City, NY 10956....

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Salary for Recreation Therapist Jobs in Emerson, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Recreation Therapists in Emerson, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
50.9%
Master's Degree
30.9%
Associate's Degree
7.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.6%
High School or GED
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.8%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Recreation Therapists in Emerson, NJ
Less than 1 year
50.0%
1-2 years
26.9%
2-4 years
15.4%
6-8 years
3.9%
None
3.9%