Activities Director

Southbridge Rehab; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider is seeking a Director of Therapeutic Recreation to oversee the Activity Department at their skilled nursing facility in Bridgeport. The role involves planning, organizing, and directing activities that enhance residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. Ideal candidates should possess leadership skills and a relevant certification, along with a commitment to improving residents' quality of life. Join a dynamic team dedicated to exceptional care and employee growth.

Benefits

Competitive and Weekly Pay

Holiday Pay

Career Advancement Opportunities

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience in a social/therapeutic recreation program.
• Experience in a supervisory capacity in a health care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct overall operation of the Activity Department.
• Evaluate resident needs and encourage participation in activities.
• Document findings and participate in public relations efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Education

Certificate in Therapeutic Recreation

Bachelor’s Degree in a Related Field

Job description

We are hiring a Director of Therapeutic Recreation to join our dynamic care team at Northbridge Health Care Center in Bridgeport!

This is a department head role reporting directly to the facility Administrator. Northbridge is a 145-bed skilled nursing facility at 2875 Main Street.

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are not only committed to delivering high-quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, but we also aspire to be the employer of choice. We strive to create a workplace where your skills and talents are nurtured to allow you to grow within the company.

As the department director, you plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of the Activity Department to assure that an ongoing program of activities designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interest and the physical, mental and psychosocial well-being of each resident is maintained.

Education & Experience:

• Must be a qualified Therapeutic Recreation Director who is credentialed by the State of CT and is eligible for certifications as a CTRS.
• A minimum two (2) years experience in a social/therapeutic recreation program in a health care setting.
• Experience in a supervisory capacity in a health care setting is preferred.
• Must possess, as a minimum, a Certificate in Therapeutic Recreation.Alternatively, a bachelor’s degree in a related field and one year of full-time employment in Therapeutic Recreation in a health care facility; or a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 6 credit hours of Therapeutic Recreation coursework; or an associate degree in a related field and two years full-time employment in Therapeutic Recreation in a health care setting; or an associate degree in a related field and nine credit hours of Therapeutic Recreation coursework. A related field shall include, but not be limited to Sociology, Psychology, Art, Music, or Education.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists in plans and provisions of patient care by visiting residents regularly to evaluate needs.
• Document and report to the nursing department any unusual or significant findings.
• Encourage residents to take part in activities of daily living that will stimulate his/her potential, physically, mentally, socially, and spiritually.
• Spend duty time with residents rather than with other facility staff.
• Assist with and follow through on the establishment of resident care goals within the framework of the entire therapeutic team.
• Document accurately, timely, and comprehensively.
• Participate in public relations, media coverage, marketing efforts and volunteer activities.
• Follow facility van operation policy and procedures, if applicable.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing policies and procedures.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must participate in continuing education and in service training.

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Athena Health Care Systems, headquartered in Connecticut, has been a pioneer in delivering exceptional healthcare services since its establishment in 1984. Operating nursing homes across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as one of the premier and highly regarded providers of skilled nursing centers in Southern New England. Through our commitment to improving both the lives of our residents and the quality of our environments, we have transformed our managed facilities into thriving communities where residents enjoy an enhanced quality of life, and employees find a fulfilling and supportive work environment.

Become a vital part of our team committed to delivering exceptional care to the residents we serve.

Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.