Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Lutheran SeniorLife; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran SeniorLife is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to enhance residents' quality of life through tailored activity programs. Responsibilities include developing, implementing, and evaluating recreation activities, ensuring they meet the assessed needs of the residents. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and certification, demonstrating excellent communication skills. Join us for an opportunity to support older adults in a meaningful way while enjoying comprehensive benefits and growth potential.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Competitive Wages

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy or equivalent.
• Certification as CTRS by the NCTRC.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and implement activity programs for residents.
• Monitor and evaluate the activities based on resident needs.
• Responsible for assessment and care planning.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Knowledge of Microsoft Word

Knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Education

B.S. in Recreation Therapy

B.S. in Art or Music Therapy

Job description

Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Lutheran SeniorLife provides a comprehensive array of community based health and social service programs throughout western Pennsylvania.

Our services include LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly); skilled nursing, home health; personal care; adoption & foster care; assisted living; adult day services; memory care; hospice; palliative care; residential living; affordable housing; home safety monitoring; Meals on Wheels; rehabilitation services and private duty.

St. John Community allows older adults to move through a continuum of care from residential living to skilled nursing, depending on the need. When you provide care for older adults, you’re helping families keep the people they love healthy, happy and safe. We encourage job growth and advancement opportunities while providing flexibility to meet your individual needs.

The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist works under broad supervision to assist in directing the development, implementation, supervision and ongoing evaluation of the activities program. Directing the activity program includes scheduling of activities, both individual and groups, implementing and/or delegating the implementation of the programs, monitoring the response and/or reviewing/evaluating the response to the programs to determine if the activities meet the assessed needs of the resident and making revisions as necessary. Responsible for assessment, care planning and implementation of the care plan for residents of St. John Community.

Qualifications

For Therapeutic Recreation Specialist:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Recreation Therapy, or equivalent experience as required by the NCTRC Board to achieve certification or B.S. in Art, Music or related therapy discipline.
• Certification required: Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) by the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Certification (NCTRC), Music, Art.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Working knowledge of computers, Microsoft Word and Excel required.

Benefits

Lutheran SeniorLife offers growth opportunities and a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

*based on employment status*

• FREE** Benefit Model for Full-time Employees Includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability. (**No per-pay contributions for Single Coverage)
• Competitive Wages, Hiring Incentives, Generous Paid Time Off, Bereavement Leave & Paid Holidays
• Low-Cost Benefit Model for Eligible Part-time Employees Includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability
• Additional Medical, Dental, Vision Options for Employees and Family Members
• Voluntary Suite of Benefits Available at Low Group Rates including Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, and Additional Life Insurance Options
• Immediate eligibility to participate in the employer sponsored retirement savings plan
• Optional enrollment in a Flexible Spending Account
• Total Wellness and WorkLife Balance resources, discounts, programs
• Tuition Reimbursement and Mileage Reimbursement for Eligible Employees
• Career Success - coaching, training, internships and recognition program

Lutheran SeniorLife and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.