Wellness & Recreation Coordinator for Seniors

Goodwin Living; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Repayment

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

DailyPay

Citizenship support

ESL classes

Tutoring for ESL

Staff Grants

Free Meals

Fitness Center

Pool Access

Job summary

Goodwin Living in Falls Church, VA is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator to design and oversee daily group activities for residents in Assisted Living and the Terrace, using six wellness dimensions to support cognitive function, creativity, self-confidence and social engagement.

The role requires CTRS certification preferred, at least two years of recreation programming experience with older adults, strong communication and basic computer skills; you will supervise volunteers and

Qualifications

• Certification as a CTRS preferred.
• Minimum of two years’ previous experience in recreation programming for older adults.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill required.
• Must have computer skills in basic word processing.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with others.

Responsibilities

• Develops and coordinates a therapeutic recreation program of daily group activities (inclusive of all functional levels), and individual interactions which includes 1:1 visits, outside excursion planning, concerts, educational lifelong-learning classes, social gatherings, and elevated events.
• Monthly programming calendar drafting and oversight.
• Assistance with completion of attendance documentation and other documentation within time requirements.
• Monitors resident progress/recreation goals, interests, and needs to adjust as necessary.
• Remains abreast of advances and/or changes in field, and keeps supervisor informed of such.
• Orients and supervises volunteers by providing direction, instruction, and encouragement.
• Attends and participates in Plan of Care conferences and other relevant meetings as requested from Assisted Living Administrator.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Goodwin Living in Falls Church, VA is seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator to design and oversee daily group activities for residents in Assisted Living and the Terrace, using six wellness dimensions to support cognitive function, creativity, self-confidence and social engagement.

The role requires CTRS certification preferred, at least two years of recreation programming experience with older adults, strong communication and basic computer skills; you will supervise volunteers and