Therapeutic Recreation Specialist - Full Time

Waverly Heights; Gladwyne (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer paid Medical Insurance

100% employer paid Dental Insurance

100% employer paid Life Insurance and

Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance including Loans

Generous 401(k) with non-matching

Job summary

Waverly Heights is seeking a Full Time Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to enhance resident well-being by designing and implementing interactive programs that foster meaningful emotional and social engagement. Responsibilities include assisting in planning activities, representing the department at care conferences, and maintaining activity documentation.

The ideal candidate will have certification in recreational therapy or music therapy and prior therapeutic recreation experience, with a

Qualifications

• Certification in recreational therapy or Music Therapy is preferred.
• 40 hours per week are scheduled for this role.
• Ideal candidate has exceptional customer service skills, a positive attitude, works well in a team, and is eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Therapeutic Recreation in planning recreational activities and special events.
• Represent the Therapeutic Recreation department at Interdisciplinary Care Conferences.
• Assist with completion of activities assessments as assigned.
• Distribute activity calendars to residents.
• Create and post daily activity sheets in nurses' stations.
• Ensure necessary supplies are available for activities.
• Document participation in resident activities.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Certification in recreational therapy or Music Therapy

Job description

Waverly Heights is currently seeking a Full Time Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to join our team. Waverly's Therapeutic Recreation Specialists play a crucial role in the compassionate care by enhancing the well-being of our residents. If you are a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist who enjoys making a difference by helping to design and implement interactive programs for our residents that provide opportunities for meaningful emotional and social engagement, Daily responsibilities of this position include:

• assisting Director of Therapeutic Recreation in planning recreational activities and special events
• representing the Therapeutic Recreation department at Interdisciplinary Care Conferences
• assisting with completion of activities assessments (as assigned)
• distributing activity calendars to residents
• creating and posting daily activity sheets in the nurses' stations
• ensuring necessary supplies are available for activities
• documenting participation in resident activities

Our Therapeutic Recreation Specialist are scheduled 40 hours per week. Certification in recreational therapy or Music Therapy and/or previous experience working in Therapeutic Recreation is preferred. Our ideal candidate will have exceptional customer services skills, a positive attitude, work well in a team environment, and have the ability and willingness to learn. Waverly Heights provides a friendly work atmosphere along with great pay and benefits to support each employee's well-being and success!

Exceptional Benefits

Waverly Heights provides exceptional benefits for full-time employees including:

• 100% employer paid Medical Insurance
• 100% employer paid Dental Insurance
• 100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Time Off
• Educational Assistance including Student Loan Assistance, Tuition Assistance and Scholarships
• Generous non-matching 401(k) contributions annually to help save for retirement

About Waverly Heights

Welcome to Waverly Heights, where compassion, respect, and the hospitality mentality are the foundation of our organization. Located just outside of Philadelphia in Gladwyne, PA, we take pride in creating an inviting atmosphere where residents and employees alike feel valued and appreciated. At Waverly Heights, we firmly believe that our success stems from the dedication and care of our team members. We support each individual's growth and professional development, recognizing that their contributions play a vital role in our collective achievements. If you are someone who understands the importance of your role in shaping Waverly's success and finds fulfillment in making a positive difference in the lives of others, we invite you to join our team and be part of something truly exceptional!

Waverly Heights is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. At Waverly Heights, we value and respect the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of all individuals, and we actively promote a culture of inclusion and belonging.