Recreation Therapist

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and facilitate daily activities and enrichment programs tailored to residents with dementia and cognitive impairment
• Lead group and one-on-one engagement opportunities including games, music, crafts, sensory activities, exercise, social events, and themed programming
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and encourage participation in activities
• Aid with decorating, event setup, holiday programming, and special community events
• Collaborate with nursing, caregiving, dining, and life enrichment teams to support resident quality of life
• Maintain activity calendars, participation records, and required documentation
• Assist with department organization, scheduling coordination, supply management, and administrative tasks
• Support onboarding, training support, and departmental initiatives as assigned
• Observe and report resident behavior changes, engagement levels, and concerns to the appropriate leadership team
• Help maintain a safe, positive, and welcoming environment for residents, families, and staff
• Serve as a positive leader and role model within the Memory Care department
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities related to dementia care and leadership growth

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED; additional healthcare or recreation certifications are a plus
• Experience in activities, recreation, senior living, dementia care, healthcare, or a related field preferred
• Caregiving and patient demeanor with a passion for working with seniors
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Creative mindset with the ability to engage residents at varying cognitive levels
• Interest in leadership development and future growth within Memory Care operations preferred

Benefits

• Competitive starting rate
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer paid hospital insurance
• Optional supplemental insurance coverage
• Tuition reimbursement
• Holiday pay
• Paid time off
• 401K match - company will match 50% of the first 4%
• 100% vested after 6 years
• DailyPay™
• Referral bonus – Earn $375 per referral!
• Employee exclusive discount program by LifeMart™
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Employee appreciation events