Recreational Therapy Director directs the programs and staff of the recreational therapy department including policies and procedures. Sets and implements guidelines for recreational therapy programs. Being a Recreational Therapy Director conducts patient programs in areas of social interaction, theater, games, crafts, and music. Communicates the results of patient care to other health services. Additionally, Recreational Therapy Director may require an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. May require professional certification. The Recreational Therapy Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Recreational Therapy Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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JOB TITLE: Assistant Director of Recreational Therapy
POSITION TYPE: Full Time
LOCATION: Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Harrisburg, PA 17111
www.springcreekrehabandnursing.com
Spring Creek Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is looking for a full time Assistant Director of Recreational Therapy during day hours. Previous skilled nursing experience or long term care is required. Responsibilities will include plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operations of the Recreation Therapy Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, our established policies and procedures,and as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that an on-going program of activities is designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and the physical,mental,and psychosocial well- beingg of each resident. assisting the Activity Director in the development, organization, coordination, and implementation of comprehensive therapeutic recreation services and programs that meet the needs and interests of each client.
The Assistant Director of Recreational Therapy will also complete required documentation, assist with planning and leadership of special events, and maintain activity department supplies and equipment. We are seeking an individual who has a passion for working with seniors at a long term care facility. Someone who is creative, outgoing, and motivational to our customers in activities and events. A wholehearted individual whose interests lie with our customers and meeting the recreation program and service needs of each customer.
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Spring Creek Rehab & Nursing is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected veteran status.