Recreation Therapy / Activities TRD
National Health Care Associates, Model City, NY, United States
A Great Place to Work
Water's Edge is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!
Therapeutic Recreation, TRD Part Time What You'll Do As a Therapeutic Recreation / Activities TRD, you will help develop and oversee a vibrant and engaging activities program in our communities. Your creative and compassionate approach will contribute to the overall well‑being and happiness of those we serve.
Key Responsibilities
Assist to develop, implement, and oversee therapeutic recreation programs for residents
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess residents' needs and preferences
Provide leadership and guidance to the therapeutic recreation team
Organize and facilitate a variety of opportunities for entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression while fulfilling residents' basic psychological, social, and spiritual needs
Create a warm and inclusive environment that encourages resident participation
Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make adjustments as needed
Assist the families of physically, emotionally, and cognitively impaired individuals to explore appropriate hobbies and leisure activities
What We Offer
Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
Comprehensive training and mentorship
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Supportive and collaborative work environment
The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents
What You'll Bring Qualifications of an Therapeutic Recreation / Activities
Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential preferred
Proven experience in developing and leading therapeutic recreation programs
Strong organizational and leadership skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Compassion and empathy in working with seniors
Interest in the needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
Creative mindset with excellent organizational interpersonal skills
Ability to collaborate with team members, residents, and families to create a positive and inclusive environment
We Hire for Heart! National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family‑run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values:
Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence . Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short‑term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post‑hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life‑changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
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Therapeutic Recreation, TRD Part Time What You'll Do As a Therapeutic Recreation / Activities TRD, you will help develop and oversee a vibrant and engaging activities program in our communities. Your creative and compassionate approach will contribute to the overall well‑being and happiness of those we serve.
Key Responsibilities
Assist to develop, implement, and oversee therapeutic recreation programs for residents
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess residents' needs and preferences
Provide leadership and guidance to the therapeutic recreation team
Organize and facilitate a variety of opportunities for entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression while fulfilling residents' basic psychological, social, and spiritual needs
Create a warm and inclusive environment that encourages resident participation
Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make adjustments as needed
Assist the families of physically, emotionally, and cognitively impaired individuals to explore appropriate hobbies and leisure activities
What We Offer
Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
Comprehensive training and mentorship
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Supportive and collaborative work environment
The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents
What You'll Bring Qualifications of an Therapeutic Recreation / Activities
Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential preferred
Proven experience in developing and leading therapeutic recreation programs
Strong organizational and leadership skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Compassion and empathy in working with seniors
Interest in the needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
Creative mindset with excellent organizational interpersonal skills
Ability to collaborate with team members, residents, and families to create a positive and inclusive environment
We Hire for Heart! National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family‑run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values:
Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence . Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short‑term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post‑hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life‑changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
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