Impactful Therapeutic Recreation Director

Atrium Living Centers Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP ownership

401(k) matching

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO & holidays

Cell phone discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atrium Centers is seeking an Activity Director to enrich residents' daily lives through meaningful, person-centered recreation and social engagement. You will design programs that support emotional, social, and physical well-being and collaborate with nurses, therapists, and families to tailor activities to each resident's needs.

In this 100% employee-owned organization, you’ll act as an essential member of an interdisciplinary team, maintain accurate documentation, ensure regulatory compliance,

Qualifications

• CTRS, MMT, or AT credential.
• RAC certification and good standing (required if not CTRS, MMT, or AT).
• Minimum of 1 year experience in an Activities Department within a healthcare setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Positive, dependable, and team-oriented mindset.
• Excellent attendance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement therapeutic recreation programs tailored to resident needs.
• Facilitate individual and group activities across varied functional levels.
• Complete assessments, care plans, progress notes, and MDS documentation.
• Coordinate special events, community outings, and volunteer involvement.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and company regulations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and families.
• Support residents’ spiritual, emotional, recreational, leisure, and social needs in both group and individual settings.

Skills

CTRS credential

MMT credential

AT credential

RAC certification

Healthcare experience

Communication skills

Team player

Attendance & reliability

Job description

Atrium Centers is seeking an Activity Director to enrich residents' daily lives through meaningful, person-centered recreation and social engagement. You will design programs that support emotional, social, and physical well-being and collaborate with nurses, therapists, and families to tailor activities to each resident's needs.

In this 100% employee-owned organization, you’ll act as an essential member of an interdisciplinary team, maintain accurate documentation, ensure regulatory compliance,