SNF Activities Director

Wachusett Healthcare; Plainfield Village (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Villa Maria Nursing Home in Plainfield Village, CT, is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Director to oversee and enhance recreational, social, emotional and spiritual programs for residents. The role requires coordination with the resident’s assessment and care plan, with LTC experience preferred.

The position is full-time with an 8‑hour shift, emphasizing program planning, evaluation and cross-disciplinary collaboration to improve resident quality of life.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Therapeutic Recreation or active enrollment in a recognized program.
• Long-term care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate recreational programs aligned with residents' assessments and care plans.
• Collaborate with the care team to support residents' social, emotional and spiritual well-being.

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

Long-Term Care experience

Education

Certificate in Therapeutic Recreation

Enrollment in Therapeutic Recreation program

Job description

Want to have fun at work? Villa Maria Nursing Home is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Director to join our team!

Our Mission Statement at Villa Maria:

We strive each day to exceed our customers’ expectations while promoting our core values: Communication, Compassion, Dignity, Empathy, Integrity, Pride, Respect and Responsiveness.

Recreation Director Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning, implementation and evaluation of recreational, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual programs, in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan.

• Previous Long-Term Care experience preferred

Education
Certificate in Therapeutic Recreation — or be a candidate in an accredited degree program with proof of enrollment and ultimately, completion of a program in Therapeutic Recreation.

Experience in LTC (preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• TRD: 1 year (Preferred)