Recreation Director TRD

Apple Rehab is a family owned and operated company that treats residents and staff like family. Our expert team of senior management is located at our home office in Avon, CT, ensuring superior care from a local company.

About the role

Plans, controls and executes the provision of therapeutic recreational services to all residents in accordance with federal, state and local standards. Ensures the highest quality recreation program is provided.

The preferred candidate will possess the following attributes: attention to detail, good follow-through skills, ability to prioritize multiple tasks, excellent leadership and supervisory skills, patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude toward residents and their support networks. Must be innovative and able to find creative ways to service the variety of resident needs while maintaining customer focus.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development of a full range of therapeutic recreational programs and activities for all residents with appropriate concern for residents’ physical and emotional limitations, and individual interests.
• Ensures observance of religious days, social events, national holidays, and traditional celebrations when planning residents’ calendar of events.
• Utilizes community support in establishing volunteer programs and intergenerational events.
• Encourages resident participation in therapeutic recreational activities.
• Carries out activities appropriate to resident’s level of functioning.
• Knows and complies with the Residents’ Bill of Rights.
• Through Resident Council, advises and instructs residents on issues and changes pertaining to Residents Bill of Rights and their responsibilities.
• Maintains confidentiality and privacy in reporting of Resident Council minutes and care plan issues.
• Reports immediately to supervisor all resident grievances and complaints.

Requirements

• Must meet requirements of Therapeutic Recreation Director as stated in the Public Health Code.
• Must possess at least one year of experience in a rehabilitative or geriatric setting.
• Must have a vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and a safe driving record.

Benefits

• Scholarships and career growth opportunities
• 4 Weeks Paid Time Off
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Health Insurance Benefits
• Call-a-Doc / 24-7 MD telephone service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• 401K Retirement Program
• Longevity Credit

This is a 40 hours/week hourly position.