Recreation Therapy Director

Apploi; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401k

PTO for holidays, vacation and sick

Career advancement opportunities

Team-centered culture

Job summary

Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Harrisburg, PA is seeking a Recreation/Activity Director for a full-time role with certification requirements (ACD or CTRS). Salary ranges from $65,000 to $75,000 per year based on experience.

The position leads activity programs, ensures regulatory compliance, and drives resident engagement in a transformed facility. Responsibilities include planning and evaluating programs, supervising staff, coordinating with nursing leadership, and

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED; college degree is a plus.
• Must be licensed or eligible for state certification as a recreation professional.
• At least two years in a social or recreation program, with one year full-time in healthcare.
• Prior skilled nursing or long-term care experience required.
• Knowledge of regulations governing recreation services in nursing facilities.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to supervise staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the activity programs.
• Stay current with federal and state regulations and advise policies accordingly.
• Provide consultation to staff and community agencies to meet resident needs.
• Direct the Recreation Department and oversee staff.
• Review resident assessments and quality indicators related to recreation.
• Delegate duties to recreation personnel and standardize program methods.
• Schedule movies, parties and activities; provide supplies for residents.
• Encourage residents to pursue hobbies and educational development.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Staff supervision

Resident engagement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certification eligibility in recreation

Job description

Recreation/Activity Director - Full Time

Activity Director Certification (ACD) or Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Certification(CTRS) Required

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000 based on experience.

Benefits of the Recreation/Activity Director:

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• Daily Pay!Your pay, when you need it! Get paid daily!
• Competitive Wages
• Comprehensive Benefits Package and 401k
• PTO to include holidays, vacation and sick time.
• Industry leading orientation and training with on-going management support
• Employee recognition through various awards and programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• A team centered culture that supports our values ofS.H.A.R.E. (Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence)
• An employer who cares aboutYOU

Location: 1205 S 28th St, Harrisburg, PA 17111

Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is aNEWLYtransformed facility, offering a dynamic work environment that cares about our staff's life goals. ComeEXPERIENCEwhy we haveHIGH Employee Retention RatesandContinuously Improved Survey Results!It’s aNEWDay at Spring Creek and our survey results speak for themselves! Come take a tour and meet ourStrong, Stable, Leadership Team!See for yourself the amazing changes at Spring Creek!

Requirements of the Recreation/Activity Director:

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED. College Degree preferred but not necessary.
• Must be a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who is licensed by this state and is eligible for certification as a recreation specialist or as an activities professional; or must have, as a minimum, two (2) years experience in a social or recreation program within the last five (5) years, one (1) of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting; or must be a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant; or must have completed a training course approved by this state.
• Previous skilled nursing or long term care experience required
• Must be knowledgeable of regulations governing recreation services in nursing care facilities.
• Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing recreation services.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.

Responsibilities of the Recreation/Activity Director:

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the activity programs of the Facility.
• Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards of practice, and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures to the Administrator.
• Provide consultation to members of our staff, community agencies, etc., in efforts to solve the needs and problems of the resident through the development of activity programs.
• Assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing the Recreation Department.
• Participate in the review and completion of appropriate resident assessment items, review of quality indicators, quality measures, survey results, appropriate to recreation services and make necessary changes that correct identified or potential problem areas.
• Delegate administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability to other recreation personnel as deemed necessary to perform their assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Assist in standardizing the methods in which activity programs will be performed and/or administered.
• Schedule movies, plan parties, and provide games and activities for residents.
• Encourage residents to participate in hobbies and crafts. Provide materials, as necessary.
• Develop and maintain an activity schedule.
• Encourage residents to develop their educational development through reading, etc.

Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected veteran status.