Athena Health Care Systems
Director of Therapeutic Recreation
Summit Commons Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, Providence, RI. This 130-bed skilled nursing facility seeks a Director of Therapeutic Recreation who will report directly to the administrator and serve as a department head.
Experience & Education
Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.
One (1) year experience or training in directing group activities required.
Must meet one of the following criteria: (a) Eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990; (b) Has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, one of which was full‑time in a therapeutic activities program; (c) Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant; (d) Has completed a training course approved by the State.
Duties & Responsibilities
Assist in planning and provisions of patient care by visiting residents regularly to evaluate needs.
Oversee staffing for the department, including recruitment efforts.
Document and report to the nursing department any unusual or significant findings.
Encourage residents to participate in activities of daily living that stimulate their physical, mental, social, and spiritual potential.
Spend duty time with residents rather than with other facility staff.
Assist with and follow through on the establishment of resident care goals within the therapeutic team framework.
Specific Requirements
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non‑professional personnel.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, and be willing to handle residents at their current maturity level.
Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing policies and procedures.
Must be able to convey information concerning a resident’s condition.
Must participate in continuing education and in‑service training.
About Athena Health Care Systems Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. Operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England.
Benefits
Competitive and weekly pay
Holiday pay for hourly and salaried employees
Overtime pay for hourly employees
Career advancement opportunities
Exclusive employer discount program
Employer‑paid life insurance
401(k) with employer match
Vacation and personal time
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.
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Experience & Education
Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.
One (1) year experience or training in directing group activities required.
Must meet one of the following criteria: (a) Eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990; (b) Has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, one of which was full‑time in a therapeutic activities program; (c) Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant; (d) Has completed a training course approved by the State.
Duties & Responsibilities
Assist in planning and provisions of patient care by visiting residents regularly to evaluate needs.
Oversee staffing for the department, including recruitment efforts.
Document and report to the nursing department any unusual or significant findings.
Encourage residents to participate in activities of daily living that stimulate their physical, mental, social, and spiritual potential.
Spend duty time with residents rather than with other facility staff.
Assist with and follow through on the establishment of resident care goals within the therapeutic team framework.
Specific Requirements
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non‑professional personnel.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, and be willing to handle residents at their current maturity level.
Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing policies and procedures.
Must be able to convey information concerning a resident’s condition.
Must participate in continuing education and in‑service training.
About Athena Health Care Systems Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. Operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England.
Benefits
Competitive and weekly pay
Holiday pay for hourly and salaried employees
Overtime pay for hourly employees
Career advancement opportunities
Exclusive employer discount program
Employer‑paid life insurance
401(k) with employer match
Vacation and personal time
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Equal Opportunity Employer We are an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.
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