Director of Recreation

Hampton Healthcare Management; Trenton (NJ); Sur place; USD 95 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Hampton Healthcare Management in Trenton, NJ seeks a Director of Recreation to lead and evolve resident activity programs across five facilities. This full-time, on-site role partners with nursing, therapy, social services to design person-centered activities supporting physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being.

You will oversee daily operations of the recreation department, manage staff and volunteers, monitor regulatory compliance, maintain documentation, and plan community events.

Qualifications

• Supervisory and staff scheduling experience.
• Designing engaging programs for diverse resident needs.
• Strong verbal and written communication with residents and families.
• Knowledge of person-centered approaches and care planning.
• Experience managing budgets and resources.

Responsabilités

• Oversee planning, development, and implementation of recreation programs.
• Supervise staff, coordinate volunteers, and schedule activities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and safety standards.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and social services teams.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and manage department budget.

Connaissances

Team leadership

Staff scheduling

Performance management

Program design

Communication

Budgeting

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Recreation or related field

CTRS or related certification preferred

Description du poste

Company Description

Hampton Healthcare Management is a premier healthcare management organization overseeing five facilities across New Jersey, offering skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, assisted living, and independent living services. Guided by experienced leadership and strategic partnerships, the organization focuses on exceptional care, strong clinical outcomes, and operational excellence. Hampton Healthcare promotes a culture of compassion, accountability, and collaboration, where every team member contributes to meaningful experiences for residents, families, and healthcare partners. The organization is committed to innovation and quality, using evidence-based practices, staff development, and resident-centered care to exceed industry standards. Through close collaboration with healthcare systems, physicians, referral networks, and community organizations, Hampton Healthcare continues to expand services and meet evolving needs across New Jersey.

Role Description

Director of Recreation is a full-time, on-site role located in Trenton, NJ, responsible for overseeing the planning, development, and implementation of recreation and therapeutic activity programs for residents. This role manages daily operations of the recreation department, including scheduling activities, supervising recreation staff, coordinating volunteers, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and safety standards. The Director of Recreation collaborates closely with nursing, therapy, and social services teams to design person-centered programs that support residents’ physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well‑being. Day-to-day responsibilities include assessing resident interests and needs, maintaining documentation and care plans, managing department budgets and resources, and organizing special events and community outings. The role also involves ongoing evaluation of program effectiveness, staff training, and fostering an engaging, inclusive environment that enhances quality of life for all residents.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong supervisory skills, including team leadership, staff scheduling, performance management, and the ability to foster a positive, resident-centered culture.
• Candidates should possess recreation and activity planning skills, including experience designing engaging programs, organizing events, and adapting activities to various functional levels.
• Candidates should possess communication skills, including clear verbal and written communication, active listening, and effective collaboration with residents, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Candidates should possess therapeutic recreation skills, such as knowledge of person-centered approaches, assessment and care planning, and use of activities to support physical, cognitive, and emotional well‑being.
• Candidates should possess budgeting and resource management skills, including experience managing departmental budgets, supplies, and vendors in a cost-effective manner.
• Relevant qualifications may include a degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Gerontology, Social Work, or a related field; CTRS or similar certification is preferred.
• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or senior living settings, along with familiarity with state and federal regulations for resident activities, is highly beneficial.