Qualifications and Experience:

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.