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Dance/Movement Therapist/Activity Assistant - Full time
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What they do
A Recreational Therapist directs and coordinates recreational activities for people with disabilities or illness to help them improve their emotional and physical well-being, improve motor skills and increase confidence. Leads activities involving movement, sports, games, and other activities for brain stimulation. Assists patients with disabilities to learn to use public resources such as parks and public transportation, and integrate in the community. Works with people of all ages, in schools, nursing homes, clinics and other healthcare facilities, or in parks and recreation departments.
$60,375 / year median in Massachusetts
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Dance/Movement Therapist/Activity Assistant
- Full time Req #6679 The Falls at Cordingly Dam, 2300 Washington St, Newton, Massachusetts, United States of America Apply Share Job Description Posted Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at 12:00 AM The Falls at Cordingly Dam in Newton, MA is looking for either a Dance/Movement Therapist (R-DMT; BC-DMT) or an Expressive art Therapist with emphasis in movement/dance to join our Programming Team.
- Registered or Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist (R-DMT; BC-DMT) (preferred, not required)
- Accredited Masters of Mental Health Counseling
- Dance Movement Therapy or Expressive Arts Therapy (preferred, not required)
- $23/hr
- $25/hr
- Full-Time opportunity for Tuesday
- Saturday.
Job Description:
The Dance Movement Therapist organizes and implements programs designed to meet the individual needs of our residents. Also providing quality verbal and non-verbal enrichment programs with the influence of art, music, and movement for residents in our assisted living and memory care neighborhood. The role would include expanding the diverse definition of each wellness activity to meet residents where they are to enhance quality of life. The Dance Movement Therapist will join a team consisting of art therapist(s), Music therapist(s) and expressive therapies interns to collaborate in building a spectrum of therapeutic approaches designed to meet one or all of the 6 Dimensions of Wellness for our diverse population. Tuesday- Saturday, full time $19.75/hr
- $21/hr Responsibilities Assists in the development and implementation of an innovative seven day a week activity program that is engaging Responsible for leading and implementing one-on-one, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule Supports, encourages and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups Supports the resident's abilities by understanding that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity Demonstrates knowledge about residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity and attention span capability Encourages and motivates residents to attend and participate in programming and activities Communicates any changes in the residents condition or behavior pattern to Harbor Care Director Stays with group at all times when on excursions Requirements Must have a high school diploma, bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues.
- Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off
- Eligibility may vary by employment status Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.