Manager Recreational Therapy for Memory Support - Full Time - Pinnacle Living

- Full Time. 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Monday - Friday. (Copy)

     No regular weekends needed.

Job Description

Provides oversight for the activity programing in the assigned areas of the community. Develops, organizes, coordinates and implements recreation therapy programs for their assigned areas. Is a part of an interdisciplinary team who provides unique opportunities for personal growth, life enrichment and self-expression for the community.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS 

1. Bachelor’s degree in recreation/human services or related field required.
2. Must be a Certified Recreational Therapist Specialist
3. Must be or be able to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner within 6 months of employment.
4. At least 5 years of recreation experience, preferably in working with seniors required.
5. 3 years of management experience required.

Job Duties 

1. Responsible for oversight of recreational and activity programing in the assigned areas of the community. This includes a well-balanced trip and outing schedule along with in-house programs and entertainment.
2. Coordinates all programs with other departments throughout the community
3. Assures that all recreational programing occurring in Health Services areas and/or assigned areas complies with applicable federal, state and community regulations and policies.
4. Plans and implements recreational therapy programming in assigned areas, utilizing available resources and providing diversified programs each month based on residents’ needs and interests.
5. Documents resident participation in offered recreational programming daily.
6. Interviews and assesses assigned residents prior to initial resident care or service planning conference. Document and maintain recreational assessments, individual plans of care, service plans and progress notes.
7. Trains and assist in the onboarding of therapists, aides, assistants, volunteers and student interns regarding recreational programming and available materials.
8. Assist in developing recreation therapy policies and procedures and the monthly activity calendar.
9. Plan appropriate recreational therapy interventions for residents who prefer to stay in their room or that require individualized services based on their therapeutic recreational assessment.
10. Assist with the budget, inventory and maintenance of recreation l therapy supplies and materials.
11. Evaluate overall effectiveness of individual recreation programs in assigned areas on a monthly basis.
12. Attend all assigned mandatory trainings and in-services.
13. Contribute to resident and team member communications, meetings and publications.
14. All other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Ability to lift up to 25lbs.
2. Extensive walking, bending, stooping, standing, pulling and pushing.
3. Work is fast paced with multiple tasks.
4. Exposure to conditioned and unconditioned spaces inside and outside the community.
5. Ability to assist in loading, unloading and transporting residents using vehicles and assistive devices.
6. Universal staffing. Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and during inclement weather is required.
7. Exposure to the sights, sounds and odors of a typical long-term care and health care environment serving senior citizens, some with dementia.

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Benefits

• Double Time when working designated holidays Holiday Pay - Double Pay 
• PTO with a Cash Out option available  
• 8 Federal Holidays, including Martin Luther King Day and Juneteenth
• One Paid Personal Day per year
• Free parking available
• 6% Retirement Matching 403(b)
• PayActiv – Cash advance on your paycheck available
• Employee Assistance Program – LifeSolutions EPA
• Full Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options are available for individuals or families 
• Zero cost to team members: $50,000 term life insurance policy
• Short-term Disability Insurance available
• Immunizations available
• Tuition Assistance Program available
• Team Member referral bonus available
• EVEN MORE BENEFITS AVALIBLE Depending on location.

Company Description

At Hermitage Deep Run, our team members are dedicated to creating a community where age does not define the person. Our mission of Enriching Life’s Journey guides our team in delivering services that focus on autonomy and self-direction, whether that is done in our residents’ apartments, assisted living, memory support or nursing residences. Our values of Culture, Stewardship, Partnership, Diversity, Hospitality and Quality form a framework for everything we do. If you possess strong professional skills and a desire to serve others by promoting person-centered services in a team environment, we invite you to continue with this job application.

Vaccination Requirement

Employees hired for this position will be required to follow Pinnacle Living’s company-wide policies of being or becoming fully vaccinated against the annual flu, each subject to potential accommodation for medical reasons or religious beliefs.