Assistant Director of Recreation Therapy / Activities

What You'll Do

• Aid the director in developing, implementing, and overseeing therapeutic recreation programs for residents.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess residents' needs and preferences.
• Lead and guide the therapeutic recreation team.
• Organize and facilitate various opportunities for entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression.
• Ensure residents fulfill their basic psychological, social, and spiritual needs.
• Create a welcoming and inclusive environment that encourages resident participation.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and make necessary adjustments.
• Assist families of physically, emotionally, and cognitively impaired individuals in exploring appropriate hobbies and leisure activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee therapeutic recreation programs for residents.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess residents' needs and preferences.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the therapeutic recreation team.
• Organize and facilitate a variety of opportunities for entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression.
• Ensure residents fulfill their basic psychological, social, and spiritual needs.
• Create a warm and inclusive environment that encourages resident participation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make adjustments as needed.
• Assist families of physically, emotionally, and cognitively impaired individuals in exploring appropriate hobbies and leisure activities.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field.
• Proven experience in developing and leading therapeutic recreation programs.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Calmness and empathy in working with seniors.
• An interest in the needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both.
• A creative mindset with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to collaborate with team members, residents, and families to create a positive and inclusive environment.