Recreation Director

Genesiscareers; Las Cruces (NM); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable pay

Tuition discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Foundation

Health, Dental, Vision, Life + 401K +

Free 24/7 virtual health care

On-Demand Pay

Voluntary insurances

Job summary

Genesiscareers in Las Cruces, New Mexico, seeks a Recreation Director to develop, implement and supervise activities at our nursing center, aiming to improve residents' quality of life.

You'll report to the Nursing Home Administrator and plan both individual and group programs aligned with residents' needs, while leading staff and volunteers. Experience in healthcare recreation is preferred; a bachelor’s degree or related certification is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in therapeutic recreation preferred or completion of NAAP/NCCAP Basic and Advanced Management Course for Activity Professionals.
• Certification by ADC or CTRS with regulatory agencies governing the center.
• Two years' experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, health care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and supervise activities to improve residents' quality of life.
• Report to Nursing Home Administrator
• Plan individual and group programs per residents' needs and treatment goals
• Lead, guide and direct recreation staff and volunteers
• Maintain documentation; participate in budget planning
• Develop relationships with families and the community
• Use community resources to enhance programs

Skills

Program development

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor degree in therapeutic recreation or NAAP/NCCAP course

Job description

Overview

We are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Join our team as the Recreation Director where you will develop, implement and supervise nursing center activities services with the goal of improving patient/resident's quality of life.
• Report to Nursing Home Administrator
• Plan individual and group programs in accordance with patient/residents' needs, preferences, interests, abilities, and consistent with treatment goals and interventions
• Lead, guide and direct recreation staff and volunteers
• Maintain required documentation; participate in budget planning
• Develop positive relationships with patient/resident's family and the community
• Use community resources to create or enhance recreation programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in therapeutic recreation preferred or completion of NAAP/NCCAP Basic and Advanced Management Course for Activity Professionals.
• Certification in accordance with regulatory agencies governing the center, by the National Certification Council of Activity Professionals (ADC) or the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Certification (CTRS).
• Two years' experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, health care setting preferred.

Benefits

• Variable compensation plans
• Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off

• Free 24/7virtual health careprovided by licensed doctorsforall Anthemmedically-enrolled employees and theirimmediate family members

• On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you've already earned

We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:

• Pet Insurance
• Term and Whole Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Personal Accident
• Critical Illness
• Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range

USD $15.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr.