Recreation Therapist (DAY SHIFT)

Masonicare

Wallingford, CTFull-timeSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

Wallingford, CTFull-timeNo compensation foundSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation

No compensation found

Location

Wallingford, CT

Schedule

Full-time

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

TRD CertificationAssociate's degree

Job overview

The Recreation Therapist at Masonicare Health Center evaluates, plans, implements, and documents therapeutic recreation services for residents. The role develops programs and individualized treatment plans, provides recreation in individual and group settings, and maintains a diverse calendar addressing residents’ needs. Specific experience programming for residents with dementia is required. The position is day shift, 40 hours weekly, in Wallingford, Connecticut.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation ProgrammingDementia ProgrammingDementia-Specific Training

Qualifications

TRD CertificationCTRS CertificationAssociate's DegreeBachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

401(k) Match

Full job description

Recreation Therapist (DAY SHIFT) Job Location: Wallingford Center, Connecticut

Recreation Therapist

Masonicare Health Center - Wallingford, CT

Day Shift / 40 hours weekly

We are committed to supporting our employees with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits such as medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, matching 401K retirement plan, work-life balance, and career growth opportunities.

The recreation therapist will be required to evaluate, plan, implement and document according to the CT DPH standards as well as the expectations of the Director. This individual will create therapeutic recreation programs that benefit each resident’s health, functional status and overall quality of life. The individual will be responsible for the successful provision of recreation and leisure in 1:1 sessions, small groups, large groups and house wide facility events. This individual will maintain a diverse calendar of programs to meet the social, emotional, spiritual, cognitive, and physical needs of each individual resident. This individual will need specific experience with programming for residents with dementia.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintains adherence to Masonicare Customer Service expectations
Develops and implements individualized treatment plans which are age and culturally relevant; and address each resident’s social, emotional, physical, psychological and cognitive status for the residents/patients.
Plans and implements 1:1 intervention, small group activities, large groups activities, community trips, special events and entertainment; and motivates residents to participate. Transports residents to/from programs.
Completes and maintains documentation standards including assessments, participation records, care plans, notes, MDS, etc.
Communicates effectively and tactfully with residents and recognizes their age, cultural diversity, needs, abilities and physical condition. Attends meetings and participates in educational programs and in- services as required.
Understands and follows universal precautions and chemicals used in their department.
Performs other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications: Minimum of TRD certification. CTRS certification through NCTRC is preferred. Dementia specific training and experience is required.

Education/Certification: Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, and/or Certification through NCTRC as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Minimum Requirement of Associates Degree with TRD certification is required.

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Job ID: 16878

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