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Posted August 23, 2026

Recreational Therapist

Amberwoods of Farmington
Farmington, CT, US Full Time
22USD - 23USD per hour

Job Description

Job Description

Full Time | 40 Hours Per Week
Starting at $22.00/hour + $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

About Us

At Amberwoods of Farmington, we enrich the lives of our residents through compassionate care, meaningful engagement, and individualized support. We are a beautifully renovated, 130-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center offering long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and Memory Care services.

Join a CMS 4-Star Rated facility known for exceptional care, customer service, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

  • $1,000 Sign-On Bonus

  • Weekly Pay

  • Paid Meal Breaks

  • Weekend Differential

  • Medical & Dental Insurance

  • Paid Time Off

  • 401(k)

  • Company-Paid Life Insurance

  • 9 Paid Holidays

Responsibilities

  • Assess residents' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs

  • Plan, implement, and evaluate individualized therapeutic recreation programs

  • Lead engaging group and one-on-one activities

  • Adapt interventions based on residents' abilities and preferences

  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team

  • Support meaningful engagement for residents living with dementia

Requirements

  • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or Music Therapy

  • Certification preferred

  • Experience in dementia care and/or long-term care preferred

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Creative, energetic, and team-oriented

  • Availability to work Sundays and holidays

Make a Difference Every Day

Join our Therapeutic Recreation team and help create meaningful experiences that enhance the quality of life for the residents we serve.

Apply today for immediate consideration.

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