Therapeutic Recreation Director — Daily Pay & Growth

Panacea Health Corp; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Competitive Wages

Benefits Package

401k

PTO Holidays

Career Advancement

Employee Recognition

Job summary

Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking an experienced Recreation/Activity Director to lead and evolve our resident activity programs. This full-time role requires planning, evaluating, and directing activities that enhance quality of life within a compliant nursing setting.

Candidates should hold an ACD or CTRS certification, a high school diploma or GED, and have prior long-term care experience. Leadership skills and the ability to supervise staff are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Must possess HS diploma or GED; college degree preferred but not required.
• Must be a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or licensed activities professional or have two years in a patient activities program in health care; or be an OT/OTA; or completed state-approved training.
• Previous skilled nursing or long-term care experience required.
• Knowledge of regulations governing recreation services in nursing facilities.
• Leadership ability and willingness to supervise other personnel.
• Must complete post-offer, pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the activity programs of the Facility.
• Stay current with federal and state regulations and professional standards; advise on policy changes to the Administrator.
• Provide consultation to staff and community agencies to solve resident needs via activity programs.
• Direct the Recreation Department with authority and accountability.
• Review resident assessments and quality measures; adjust programs as needed.
• Delegate admin duties to recreation staff as appropriate to their roles.
• Standardize methods for activity program delivery and administration.
• Schedule movies, parties, and activities for residents.
• Encourage hobbies and crafts; provide materials when needed.
• Develop and maintain an activity schedule.
• Encourage educational development through reading and related activities.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Staff supervision

Resident relations

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Certification (CTRS)

Activity Director Certification (ACD)

Job description

Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking an experienced Recreation/Activity Director to lead and evolve our resident activity programs. This full-time role requires planning, evaluating, and directing activities that enhance quality of life within a compliant nursing setting.

Candidates should hold an ACD or CTRS certification, a high school diploma or GED, and have prior long-term care experience. Leadership skills and the ability to supervise staff are essential for success.