OP Recreational Therapy Supervisor

Location: 3425 S Clarkson St, Englewood, CO 80113

Schedule

Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM, occasional nights and weekends required.

Pay

$28.93 / Hour - $41.67 / Hour

About the role

The Outpatient Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor is responsible for managing and administering the SCI or TBI program within the Therapeutic Recreation department, including professional supervision and direction to clinical staff. This position promotes clinical innovation and high standards of performance in patient care, ethics, and professional behavior. The T-Rec Supervisor provides ongoing education and mentoring for current staff.

Requirements

• Current BLS for the Health Care Provider certification from the American Heart Association
• Certified by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC) as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CRTS) or eligible, preferred upon hire
• Current, valid Colorado driver’s license in good standing and insurable
• Bachelor’s degree in recreation with therapeutic emphasis required; Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation preferred
• 1–3 years of clinical and/or community experience working with traumatic spinal cord and brain injury patients required
• Leadership experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and supervision of departmental personnel, demonstrating professional judgment, problem-solving, and appropriate delegation
• Collaborate with the department team to assess and allocate staff resources on a daily basis based on departmental needs
• Provide leadership in developing performance standards for all departmental personnel and evaluate and counsel employees on performance
• Plan and develop ongoing educational programs for the department
• Assist with implementation and coordination of departmental procedures based on policies and review reports, records, and directives
• Create schedules, adjust staffing levels, and analyze employee workload
• Provide staff education and precept new hires, interns, and students
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives for regulatory compliance (Joint Commission, OSHA, etc.)
• Ensure effective coordination of Therapeutic Recreation programs through interdepartmental collaboration and direct supervision
• Promote an environment supporting quality patient care
• Collaborate with nursing and therapy directors to assess staff resources and assist in hospital program direction and long-range planning
• Develop and sustain therapeutic recreation programs tailored to patient and family needs, including social activities, events, spiritual activities, creative activities, and Adventure Program outings
• Provide direction for new program development, treatment techniques, and equipment
• Perform essential job duties of staff Therapeutic Recreation therapists, including direct patient care and treatment plan adaptation

Skills

• Supervisory, team-building, conflict resolution, and communication (verbal and written)
• Directing, motivating, and training high-performing staff
• Leadership and organizational skills with a positive attitude
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks effectively
• Develop and implement programs, policies, and procedures to ensure high-quality patient care
• Professional judgment to identify areas for improvement and participate in quality initiatives
• Collaborate with hospital senior leadership, department heads, and physicians

Benefits

• Medical insurance (self-funded plan administered by Allegiance Benefit Plans with CIGNA network, two comprehensive plan options)
• Dental insurance through Delta Dental
• Vision insurance through EyeMed
• Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance for all benefit-eligible employees
• Generous time-off benefits
• 403b Retirement Plan with matching contribution through Empower Retirement (eligible upon hire)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Emergency Assistance Fund