Friends Homes, Inc.
Therapeutic Recreation Director (CTRS Required)
Friends Homes, Inc., Greensboro, North Carolina, us, 27497
Therapeutic Recreation Director (CTRS Required)
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Therapeutic Recreation Director (CTRS Required)
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Friends Homes, Inc.
Position Details
Shift(s): Full-Time with some weekend/evening/holiday availability (monthly weekend rotation required)
Starting Rate: depends on experience
Why Friends Homes? Friends Homes is a Life Plan Community committed to providing exceptional care and meaningful connections for older adults across all levels of service. We foster a supportive, faith-based environment where team members are valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference every day.
Perks & Benefits
Discounted meals from select on-site venues
Access to employee gyms and indoor pool
Onsite employee health clinic
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
Insurance options for family members
Disability and life insurance coverage
Multiple spending account options (e.g., FSA)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Annual Leave (PAL)
Access to earned wages before payday
Employee scholarship opportunities
Referral bonus program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Credit union membership options
Discounted tickets and local perks
Fun employee events throughout the year
A faith-based, mission-driven community with a strong team spirit!
What You’ll Do As a Senior Healthcare Life Enrichment Coordinator, you’ll lead the development, delivery, and evaluation of enrichment programs for residents in Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. You’ll ensure alignment with EnCompass Wellness principles across all six wellness dimensions (physical, social, intellectual, spiritual, nutritional, and community outreach), and guide a team to create engaging, high-quality resident experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and evaluate wellness-based enrichment programs across healthcare settings
Supervise and mentor Life Enrichment Specialists, ensuring effective training and program delivery
Build and manage community partnerships to enhance offerings
Oversee departmental operations including budgeting, scheduling, transportation, and vendor coordination
Serve as a key contact for residents and staff, incorporating feedback and clinical collaboration into programming
Lead special initiatives such as large-scale events, overnight trips, and lifelong learning programs
Ensure programming meets compliance, safety, and person-centered standards
Collaborate across departments to support a vibrant, integrated campus life experience
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Gerontology, Social Work, Psychology, or related field
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential
3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in life enrichment or resident services
Prior supervisory experience and ability to lead and develop teams
Strong understanding of the aging process and person-centered care
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and resident engagement platforms (ICON, Canva, Tripleseat)
Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Preferred
Experience with the Household Model of Care
Experience coordinating cross-campus events and community partnerships
Physical & Environmental Requirements: This position works in a dynamic campus setting with both indoor and outdoor responsibilities. Some physical activity required, including occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs.), bending, reaching, pushing carts, climbing stairs, and operating a company vehicle.
Regular interaction with residents, staff, and community partners is expected.
Apply Now! At Friends Homes, every team member plays a meaningful role. If you’re a compassionate leader with a passion for enhancing the lives of older adults through enrichment and engagement, we’d love to hear from you!
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Therapeutic Recreation Director (CTRS Required)
role at
Friends Homes, Inc.
Position Details
Shift(s): Full-Time with some weekend/evening/holiday availability (monthly weekend rotation required)
Starting Rate: depends on experience
Why Friends Homes? Friends Homes is a Life Plan Community committed to providing exceptional care and meaningful connections for older adults across all levels of service. We foster a supportive, faith-based environment where team members are valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference every day.
Perks & Benefits
Discounted meals from select on-site venues
Access to employee gyms and indoor pool
Onsite employee health clinic
Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
Insurance options for family members
Disability and life insurance coverage
Multiple spending account options (e.g., FSA)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Annual Leave (PAL)
Access to earned wages before payday
Employee scholarship opportunities
Referral bonus program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Credit union membership options
Discounted tickets and local perks
Fun employee events throughout the year
A faith-based, mission-driven community with a strong team spirit!
What You’ll Do As a Senior Healthcare Life Enrichment Coordinator, you’ll lead the development, delivery, and evaluation of enrichment programs for residents in Skilled Nursing, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. You’ll ensure alignment with EnCompass Wellness principles across all six wellness dimensions (physical, social, intellectual, spiritual, nutritional, and community outreach), and guide a team to create engaging, high-quality resident experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Design, implement, and evaluate wellness-based enrichment programs across healthcare settings
Supervise and mentor Life Enrichment Specialists, ensuring effective training and program delivery
Build and manage community partnerships to enhance offerings
Oversee departmental operations including budgeting, scheduling, transportation, and vendor coordination
Serve as a key contact for residents and staff, incorporating feedback and clinical collaboration into programming
Lead special initiatives such as large-scale events, overnight trips, and lifelong learning programs
Ensure programming meets compliance, safety, and person-centered standards
Collaborate across departments to support a vibrant, integrated campus life experience
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Gerontology, Social Work, Psychology, or related field
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential
3–5 years of progressively responsible experience in life enrichment or resident services
Prior supervisory experience and ability to lead and develop teams
Strong understanding of the aging process and person-centered care
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and resident engagement platforms (ICON, Canva, Tripleseat)
Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Preferred
Experience with the Household Model of Care
Experience coordinating cross-campus events and community partnerships
Physical & Environmental Requirements: This position works in a dynamic campus setting with both indoor and outdoor responsibilities. Some physical activity required, including occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs.), bending, reaching, pushing carts, climbing stairs, and operating a company vehicle.
Regular interaction with residents, staff, and community partners is expected.
Apply Now! At Friends Homes, every team member plays a meaningful role. If you’re a compassionate leader with a passion for enhancing the lives of older adults through enrichment and engagement, we’d love to hear from you!
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