Therapeutic Recreation Director

Trinity Health; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Mary Home, a Trinity Health Senior Community, seeks a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Director to lead innovative programming for its Long-Term Care and Memory Care residents. You will foster meaningful experiences and a sense of belonging through personalized programming and interdisciplinary collaboration.

You will participate in MDS processes, collaborate with the care team, residents, and families, and bring fresh ideas to enhance residents’ well-being and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Director (TRD) credential.
• Experience in Long-Term Care and Alzheimer’s/Dementia programming.
• Knowledge of MDS assessments and documentation requirements.
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• Passion for creating meaningful experiences for older adults.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead therapeutic recreation and memory care programs.
• Create engaging experiences that support residents’ cognitive, emotional, social, and physical well-being.
• Complete MDS assessments, documentation, and care plan participation.
• Partner with residents, families, nursing, and interdisciplinary team members to enhance quality of life.
• Bring creativity and fresh ideas that promote connection, engagement, and a sense of belonging.

Skills

MDS knowledge

Communication

Organization

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

TRD credential

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Create Meaningful Experiences. Enrich Lives Every Day.

At Saint Mary Home , a Trinity Health Senior Community, we believe that engagement, connection, and purpose are essential to quality of life. We’re seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Director (TRD) to lead innovative programming for our Long-Term Care and Memory Care residents, helping create an environment where individuals feel valued, connected, and at home.

We’re looking for someone who can move beyond traditional activities and help foster vibrant resident communities through meaningful experiences, personalized programming, and strong interdisciplinary collaboration.

Schedule

• Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
• Every 4th weekend required

What You’ll Do

• Develop and lead therapeutic recreation and memory care programs.
• Create engaging experiences that support residents’ cognitive, emotional, social, and physical well-being.
• Complete MDS assessments, documentation, and care plan participation.
• Partner with residents, families, nursing, and interdisciplinary team members to enhance quality of life.
• Bring creativity and fresh ideas that promote connection, engagement, and a sense of belonging.

What You’ll Bring

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Director (TRD) credential.
• Experience in Long-Term Care and Alzheimer’s/Dementia programming.
• Knowledge of MDS assessments and documentation requirements.
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• A passion for creating meaningful experiences for older adults.

Join Saint Mary Home and help redefine what resident engagement looks like by creating experiences that inspire connection, purpose, and joy every day.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.