Therapeutic Recreation Director

Trinity Health; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in West Hartford, CT is seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Director for a full-time, day-shift role in long-term care and memory care settings.

You will develop monthly activities, lead programs, coordinate MDS, participate in care planning, and work with an interdisciplinary team to improve resident outcomes.

Applicants should have TRD, LTC and dementia experience, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Director (TRD) required.
• Experience working in Long-Term Care and with residents living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.
• Knowledge of MDS assessments and regulatory documentation requirements.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Creative, energetic, and passionate about improving the resident experience.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive monthly activities calendar for a designated long-term care/memory care unit.
• Coordinate and lead therapeutic recreation programs designed to meet the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social needs of residents.
• Complete MDS assessments, annual assessments, quarterly progress notes, and documentation for new admissions.
• Participate in weekly care plan meetings and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support resident-centered care.
• Build strong relationships with residents and their families, providing regular communication and support.
• Partner closely with nursing and other clinical team members to enhance programming and improve resident outcomes.
• Evaluate program effectiveness and continuously introduce creative and innovative activities to increase resident engagement.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal collaboration

Creative and energetic

Education

TRD Certification

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

We are seeking a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Director (TRD) with experience in Long-Term Care and Alzheimer's/Dementia programming to join our team. This position plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents through meaningful engagement, individualized programming, and collaborative care planning.

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

• Every 4th weekend required

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive monthly activities calendar for a designated long-term care/memory care unit.

• Coordinate and lead therapeutic recreation programs designed to meet the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social needs of residents.

• Complete MDS assessments, annual assessments, quarterly progress notes, and documentation for new admissions.

• Participate in weekly care plan meetings and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support resident-centered care.

• Build strong relationships with residents and their families, providing regular communication and support.

• Partner closely with nursing and other clinical team members to enhance programming and improve resident outcomes.

• Evaluate program effectiveness and continuously introduce creative and innovative activities to increase resident engagement.

Qualifications

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Director (TRD) required.

• Experience working in Long-Term Care and with residents living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.

• Knowledge of MDS assessments and regulatory documentation requirements.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Creative, energetic, and passionate about improving the resident experience.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran