Waveny Brand
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.
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.
Qualifications Education Preferred Bachelors or better.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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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.
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.
Qualifications Education Preferred Bachelors or better.
Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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