Therapeutic Recreation Director

Trinity Health Senior Communities; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Mary Home, part of Trinity Health Senior Communities, seeks a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Director to lead engaging programs for long-term care and memory care residents.

You will collaborate across disciplines, complete MDS-related documentation, and create meaningful experiences that promote wellbeing, connection, and a sense of home.

This full-time day shift role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and a passion for elder care.

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.

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

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Relationship-building

Creative program development

Education

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Director (TRD) credential

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription: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.