Assistant Therapeutic Recreation Director

Laconia Nursing Homeis actively seeking a motivated Assistant Director of Recreation to work at our Facility located in Bronx, NY. The ideal candidate will have experience in assisted living, be well organized with excellent communication skills, and have familiarity and true enjoyment from working with the needs of the infirm and the elderly.

Competitive compensation and full benefits program provided!

DUTIES:

Plans a variety of engaging activity programs for all days of the week (including evenings, weekend and holidays)

Plans activities that are appropriate to the needs of the residents (includes but are not limited to: small and large group programs, individual pursuits, sensory activities, clubs, special interests, spiritual and religious activities, one to one activity, community outings)

Prepares a monthly calendar of activities that is posted in prominent areas and provided to every resident

Prepares a monthly staffing schedule that includes evening and weekend and holiday coverage

Ensures that all documentation requirements are met. (MDS, assessments, care plans)

Develops a system to record resident participation / attendance

Participates in morning meetings, department head meetings, care plan meetings, and any other meeting as directed by the facility administrator

Orders appropriate supplies and equipment for the department

Plans a monthly resident council meeting (and any other resident committees such as food committee) and is the staff liaison for the resident council president and other resident executive committee members. Takes meeting minutes and ensures that all resident concerns are addressed

Organizes and coordinates special community outings with resident interests in mind

Arranges regular entertainment, parties, seasonal programs and special events

Plans and coordinates staff events at the request of the administrator

Ensures that facility is appropriately decorated as per the holiday/season

Supervises the volunteer program for the facility

Coordinates community grass roots programming and serves as facility representative at local events

Responsible for maintaining a bi monthly newsletter and maintaining facility social media program

Adheres to all facility and corporate policies.

REQUIREMENTS:

Previous experience as a Recreation Assistant or Director in a healthcare setting.

Previous experience working with Seniors and/or in a healthcare setting a plus.

Previous experience working in an adult day care or skilled nursing facility

Must be very organized and have the ability to lead others.

Strong computer skills are necessary.

Positive, outgoing, upbeat personality is a must.

Be self-directed; have strong organizational & planning skills; ability to multi-task.

Is a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program, within the last 5 years, 1 year of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting.