Therapeutic Recreation Director

Monarch; Mankato, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

UKG Wallet

Medical Insurance

Loan Reimbursement

Scholarships

Paid Time Off

401k Match

Referral Bonuses

Career Growth

Job summary

Monarch Healthcare Management seeks a Therapeutic Recreation Director to lead and continually improve resident activity programs across our care facilities.

You will design person-centered activities, assess resident needs, and integrate TR into care plans while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to enhance quality of life and maintain compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold a licensed or registered Therapeutic Recreation credential or equivalent healthcare activity program experience.
• Healthcare facility experience (skilled nursing or assisted living) preferred.
• Strong multitasking, adaptability, resilience, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement resident activity and recreation programs.
• Complete activity assessments and inform care plans.
• Plan group, individual, in-room, and offsite activities and document participation.
• Supervise TR staff and volunteers; provide training as needed.
• Manage TR department budget and ensure safety and infection control standards.

Skills

Multitasking

Adaptability

Resilience

Communication

Active listening

Emotional intelligence

Education

Therapeutic Recreation Specialist license

Job description

Monarch Healthcare Management Benefits Include:

• UKG Wallet - get paid the next day!
• Free Single Medical Insurance
• Loan reimbursement.
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Paid Time Off - Vacation Time
• 401 (k) with annual contribution match
• Referral bonuses
• Career path to other positions within our growing company!

Therapeutic Recreation Director

Position Summary:

The Therapeutic Recreation Director is responsible for developing, implementing, supervising, and continuously evaluating resident activity and recreation programs to enhance overall quality of life. This role completes the activity component of comprehensive assessments, contributes to individualized care plans, and designs programs that support residents’ physical, emotional, and psychosocial well-being in alignment with the Resident’s Bill of Rights and the facility’s QAPI program. The Director plans and delivers person-centered group, individual, in-room, and offsite activities; maintains activity calendars; encourages resident engagement; and documents participation, preferences, and progress. They collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to integrate recreation into the overall care plan and provide supportive, resident-centered experiences. The position also oversees, trains, and motivates TR staff and volunteers, or performs TR Aide duties when no support staff are available, while managing the department budget, ensuring compliance with safety and infection control standards, and maintaining a positive, inclusive work environment.

Qualifications:

• Must be a licensed or registered Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Activities Professional, qualified occupational therapist/assistant, or have relevant healthcare activity program experience or state-approved training.
• Preferred Background: Experience in healthcare settings such as skilled nursing facilities or assisted living is desirable.
• Core Skills: Strong multitasking, adaptability, resilience, and ability to work effectively in fast-paced and evolving environments.
• Interpersonal Strengths: High emotional intelligence, active listening, clear communication, and the ability to build trust with diverse populations including residents, staff, and families.

About Monarch:

Monarch Healthcare Management is a mission-driven company that is changing the way short-term rehabilitation and long-term care are delivered. Our employees embody our motto, Where CARE and CUSTOMER SERVICE Come Together, by always putting the needs of residents and families first across Monarch's network of 60+ skilled nursing and assisted living facilities in Minnesota.

Partnering with higher research institutes and international tech companies, Monarch has been nationally recognized for its innovation in the care of our residents, making a meaningful impact on their quality of life and interactions.

We value our employees and work hard to attract and retain the best talent by offering a positive and supportive work environment along with competitive pay, fun perks, career development opportunities, and great benefits.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.