Recreational Therapy Director jobs in Novi, MI

Recreational Services Director

JOB SUMMARY:

The Recreational Services Director supervises and provides the Activity program appropriate to meet the physical, social, cultural, spiritual, emotional, and recreational needs and interests of each patient/resident. Provides the opportunity for residents/patients to engage in normal pursuits, as well as promoting a successful and well-balanced leisure lifestyle. Works with all disciplines to assist the patient/resident in reaching their highest level of independence. Plans and monitors leisure activities for recreation and therapeutic purposes, designed to enhance the quality of like of each patient/resident as well as maintain an open working relationship with the patient/resident’s family or guardian. Follows all Villa policies and procedures.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

·        Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and directs the Activity program.

·        Assesses individual/group resident/patient needs and develops related meaningful morning, afternoon, evening and special programs.

·        Prepares and posts a monthly schedule of activities. Coordinates, directs and/or conducts all planned activities.

·        Documents in patient/resident’s medical record as appropriate. Charts patient/resident attitude, participation level, etc. Attends patient/resident care conferences, updates Activity care plans with progress notes, goals, and treatment plans.

·        Confers with and reports to Administrator on a regular basis or as particular situations requires.

·        Prepares and plans department budget for equipment, supplies, programs and labor and submits to Administrator for review, recommendation and approval. Seeks methods to control costs.

·        Handles department equipment according to standard procedures.

·        Complies with laws and regulations applicable to position and acts in accordance with Villa Health Services, Inc.’s Corporate Compliance Program.

·        Treats all residents, visitors, and staff with courtesy.

·        Perform other duties as needed.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

·        Possess imagination, creativity, enthusiasm, patience and must be willing to work with a variety of people.

·        Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

·        Strong verbal and written communication skills.

·        Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers, and other facility staff; work in a team setting.

·        Possess special interest in, and a positive attitude about, working with long-term care residents and the elderly.

·        Demonstrates basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Satisfactory completion of a training course for Activity Directors
• 3 years  experience in a social or recreational program

SHARED CODE OF CONDUCT:

B.E.T.T.E.R. is Villa's Service Excellence Code of Conduct, communicating our shared standards of working for our patients, while working with each other. Our mutual ideals ignite positive employee engagement through team work & recognition, resulting in an increase in positive clinical outcomes through communication and respect.

Becoming a member of the Villa Team includes upholding Villa’s standards of Service Excellence every day:
Be Welcoming To All
Establish a Relationship
Trust & Respect
Teamwork
Engage & Communicate
Recognize

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