Therapeutic Activities Director

Medical Facilities Of America, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Vision & dental insurance

Job summary

Parham Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Richmond, Virginia, seeks an energetic Activities Director to lead residents' recreational programs, assess needs, and coordinate engaging activities across cognitive and physical abilities.

The role includes creating monthly calendars, supervising volunteers, recording patient histories, and integrating therapeutic activities to enrich daily life while building strong relationships with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher required or preferred.
• Certification by the National Council for Activity Professionals (NCAP) acceptable.
• State-approved activities training course completion preferred.
• Four-year college degree with Therapeutic Recreation Specialist certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee therapeutic activities matching residents' interests and abilities.
• Create and manage a monthly activity calendar.
• Establish and lead an active volunteer program.
• Document patient oral histories and assess activity needs; coordinate care planning.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient engagement

Education

Associate degree or higher

NCAP certification

State-approved activities training

Four-year degree + TRS certification (preferred)

Job description

Parham Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center in Richmond, Virginia, seeks an energetic Activities Director to lead residents' recreational programs, assess needs, and coordinate engaging activities across cognitive and physical abilities.

The role includes creating monthly calendars, supervising volunteers, recording patient histories, and integrating therapeutic activities to enrich daily life while building strong relationships with patients and families.