Therapeutic Recreation Director

Monarch Healthcare Management; Winsted (MN); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

UKG Wallet

Next-day pay

Free Medical Insurance

Loan reimbursement

Scholarship Opportunities

Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Referral bonuses

Career path opportunities

Résumé du poste

Monarch Healthcare Management in Minnesota seeks a Therapeutic Recreation Director to lead resident activity programs, supervise staff, and collaborate with the care team to enhance quality of life.

The role oversees program design, safety, budget management, and fosters a positive, inclusive work environment while advancing person-centered care. Experience in healthcare and TR licensure are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed or registered TR Specialist, Activities Professional, or have relevant healthcare activity program experience.
• Preferred background: healthcare settings such as skilled nursing facilities or assisted living.
• Core skills include multitasking, adaptability, resilience, and clear communication.

Responsabilités

• Develop, implement, supervise, and evaluate resident activity programs.
• Plan and deliver person-centered group, individual, in-room, and offsite activities.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to integrate recreation into care plans.
• Oversee, train, and motivate TR staff and volunteers; manage department budget.
• Ensure safety, infection control standards, and a positive, inclusive work environment.

Connaissances

Multitasking

Adaptability

Resilience

Communication

Formation

Licensed or registered Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Description du poste

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.