TR LEADER (Per Diem)

Waveny Brand; New Canaan (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior living community in New Canaan, Connecticut is seeking a compassionate leader for therapeutic recreation programs aimed at memory challenged residents. The role involves planning and implementing activities, ensuring safety and participation, and fostering a positive environment. A Bachelor's degree and relevant experience are preferred. This role requires teamwork and may involve music or art skills. Candidates must also possess a valid CDL driver’s license and be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience working with memory challenged individuals.
• CTRS, BCMT, NCCDP, NCCAP or other creative arts certification is a plus.
• Music and art skills are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for implementation of TR programs for our Special Care Unit.
• Provides a safe and nurturing environment for residents.
• Engages and directs volunteers for therapeutic recreation.

Skills

Knowledge of Therapeutic Recreation theory and practices

Excellent people skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CDL driver's license

Job description

The ideal candidate will be able to plan, organize and implement a variety of therapeutic programs for our memory challenged residents on our Special Care Unit. Must have experience working with an elderly population. Requires a compassionate, energetic leader who is able to work as part of our interdisciplinary team that provides our residents with a well-rounded calendar of therapeutic activities. Bachelor’s degree helpful. Music and art skills are beneficial. Must be able to work weekends and holidays.

Specialized Skills and Competencies:

• Knowledge of Therapeutic Recreation theory and practices.
• 1 year experience working with memory challenged individuals.
• Excellent people skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• CTRS, BCMT, NCCDP, NCCAP or other creative arts certification is a plus.
• Must have a current valid CDL drivers license.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for implementation of TR programs for our Special Care Unit.
• Responsible for providing our residents with a safe and nurturing environment where they can reach their highest participation levels in our TR programs and 1:1 interactions.
• Responsible for engaging, encouraging and directing volunteers assigned to TR.
• Effectively communicates with other departments to ensure that the residents’ needs are being met.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety of the programming areas.
• Responsible for recording resident attendance and participation levels.
• Supports, promotes and projects guest relations and positive images to all visitors, residents and other Waveny LifeCare Network personnel.

Education

Preferred: Bachelors or better.

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