Recreation Therapy Director

Spring Creek Rehabilitation; Harrisburg, Northern (Dauphin County, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Competitive Wages

401k

PTO includes holidays, vacation and S

Career Advancement Opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Harrisburg, PA seeks a full-time Recreation/Activity Director. Certification as ACD or CTRS is required, with experience in a health care activities program.

Salary ranges from $65,000 to $75,000 based on experience, plus comprehensive benefits and daily-pay options. Responsibilities include directing activity programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with staff to meet resident needs.

Qualifications

• Must possess a state-licensed therapeutic recreation qualification or be eligible for certification.
• Two years of experience in a social or recreation program in health care within the last five years.
• Knowledge of regulations governing recreation services in nursing care facilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the activity programs for the Facility.
• Keep current with regulations and recommend policy changes to the Administrator.
• Provide consultation to staff and community agencies to address resident needs through activity programs.
• Direct the Recreation Department and delegate authority as needed.
• Schedule activities, encourage participation, and maintain an activity calendar.
• Support resident education and development through reading and related activities.

Skills

ACD certification

CTRS certification

Leadership ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

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 theRecreation/Activity Director:

• It Really Pays to Have a Friend! Refer Your Friend (CNA/LPN) and Earn $$$$!
• 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

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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.