Skilled Nursing Facility located in New Haven County is seeking an experienced Therapeutic Recreation Director.
Must possess certificate in Therapeutic Recreation.
The ideal candidate will be patient, enthusiastic, and have a general understanding of the physical, psychological and recreation needs of the elderly.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are a must!
Job Duties:
· Responsible for designing and implementing day to day programs that include groups and activities that address the mental, physical, social and cognitive needs of our residents.
· Organizes materials, space, and residents for all activities.
· Leads and motivates residents in group and individual activities.
· Utilizes a variety of program areas that fit the needs of each individual resident on assignment.
· Designs weekly and monthly unit, as well as, whole house activities Calendars and schedules.
· Informs all pertinent residents and staff of all relevant activities and changes in schedules including group cancellations.
· Reports pertinent resident information to all recreation personnel.
· Maintains daily attendance/participation logs for all groups and individual sessions and submits monthly statistics
· Directs and assists volunteers when needed.
· Develops and maintains good working relationships with other departments within the facility and with outside community agencies in order to assure that programs can be properly implemented to meet the needs of the residents and the nursing facility as a whole.
· Creates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth and personal interest emphasizing the positive and encourages resident participation in activities. Encourages residents to plan activities for themselves whenever possible.
· Evaluates, recommends, and suggests the purchasing of equipment and supplies as needed in order to run activities desired.
· Performs all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures.
· Performs other duties as assigned by the Administrator.
· Records quarterly progress notes, initial assessments, and MDS forms as dictated by State policy.
· Attends and participates in weekly Resident Care Plan Meetings.
· Records and completes Quality Improvement measures monthly
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $41,600.00 - $49,920.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
Education:
Experience:
- Recreational therapy: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CT TRD LICENSE (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- New Haven County, CT: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person