Active Mental Health Technician – Recreational Therapy Job at Shodair in Brooklyn

What You'll Do: Support and engage patients (ages 3–18) in therapeutic recreational activities, ropes course challenges, and group games Help implement care plans designed by licensed therapists to build coping, communication, and social skills Monitor patient behavior and safety during activities and throughout the day Participate in group facilitation, emotional coaching, and de-escalation strategies Serve as a positive role model, encouraging healthy decision-making and peer interactions Assist in maintaining a structured, safe, and fun therapeutic environment—indoors and out Must be able to successfully perform physical holds, movements and carries. Blocking and redirecting patient movements against the patient’s weight Physical interventions in response to aggressive and self-injurious behavior. Ability to move quickly and confidently to intervene in situations when protective holds and/or movements are deemed necessary. Physically able to perform, but not but not limited to: pivoting, knee squats, shuffling front and backwards, assisting with carrying a person, assisting a person to the floor, stabilizing people in standing, seated, prone and supine positions. Ideal Characteristics: Compassionate & Energetic– Loves working with youth and thrives in a physically active role Emotionally Resilient– Keeps calm under pressure and maintains boundaries Physically Capable– Can hike, play, lift, and keep up with busy kids Recreation-Minded– Comfortable leading games, creative activities, or outdoor adventures Safety-Focused– Maintains awareness and follows safety protocols Why Join Shodair? Working as an MHT in Allied Therapy isrewarding, active, and purpose-driven. You'll be part of a team that believes in healing through movement, connection, and play. Shodair offers: $25/hr starting pay Free medical and vision insurance Tuition reimbursement & student loan assistance 6% employer-paid 403(b) retirement contribution Generous paid time off Ropes course & lifeguard training included! If you want to help kids heal while hiking, swimming, and laughing—this is your chance. Apply today and bring your energy, empathy, and enthusiasm to the trail of healing.

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, special education, or a related field; orfour (4) years of progressively responsible work experience; oran equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working with children or in a behavioral health or healthcare setting is strongly preferred.

Certifications: Must obtain and maintain CPR and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with Advanced Physical Skills within two (2) months of hire. Additional certifications (e.g., ServSafe, Lifeguard, high ropes) may be required based on unit assignment. Certification in Behavioral Health is strongly preferred.