Recreational Therapy Director jobs in Sterling Heights, MI

Recreational Therapy Director directs the programs and staff of the recreational therapy department including policies and procedures. Sets and implements guidelines for recreational therapy programs. Being a Recreational Therapy Director conducts patient programs in areas of social interaction, theater, games, crafts, and music. Communicates the results of patient care to other health services. Additionally, Recreational Therapy Director may require an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. May require professional certification. The Recreational Therapy Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Recreational Therapy Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Recreational Services Director
  • Omnia Healthcare Group
  • Taylor, MI FULL_TIME
  • JOB SUMMARY:

    The Recreational Services Director (Dementia Unit) 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:

    ·        Supervisory Responsibilities

    ·        Makes daily work assignments.

    ·        Directs the work of employees.

    ·        Schedules lunch and rest breaks.

    ·        Authorizes early departure from work.

    ·        Authorizes overtime.

    ·        Prepares written evaluations of assigned employees.

    ·        Enforces facility policies with authority to issue Disciplinary Action Reports as needed.

    ·        Follows any and all Union guidelines when applicable.

    ·        Authority to suspend employees for rules violation.

    ·        Initials time records to authorize variances.

    ·        Interviews applicants that will be assigned to his/her area of responsibility.

    ·        Receives and handles employee complaints.

    ·        Participates in training programs and assists in orientation of new staff.

    ·        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.

    ·        Establishes and maintains good public relations and rapport with community groups, in order to provide outside activities and special projects for patient/residents, (i.e. church services, special concerts, school group visits, etc.).

    ·        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.

    ·        Coordinates the writing, printing, and distribution of the facility newsletter.

    ·        Assists patient/residents with the voting process by helping them register and obtaining absentee ballots when necessary.

    ·        Assists with resident council by providing a meeting place, nametags, and other assistance as determined by resident council.

    ·        Coordinates volunteer services through orientation, training, and direction of volunteers.

    ·        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.

    ·        Attends and participates in in-service classes, performance improvement (“PI”) committees, and other meetings as assigned.

    ·        Follows facility dress and hygiene policies.

    ·        May participate in the Manager on Duty program

    ·        Safety

    ·        Knows and follows facility rules.

    ·        Demonstrates proper use of equipment. Reports equipment needs or repairs.

    ·        Follows facility smoking policies.

    ·        Reports and documents any incidents or accidents of residents, staff, or visitors to the appropriate facility personnel.

    ·        Reports all hazardous conditions/equipment to Supervisor.

    ·        Performs duties, which may include transportation of residents, as assigned in Facility Disaster Plan.

    ·        Uses required protective equipment.

    ·        Follows infection control standards, policies, and procedures.

    ·        Resident Rights

    ·        Knows Resident Rights. Helps the residents exercise and/or protect their rights.

    ·        Reports resident complaints to management.

    ·        Maintains confidentiality of resident information.

    ·        HIPAA

    ·        Follows and adheres to Villa’s policies and procedures implementing HIPAA requirements for the privacy and security of protected health information.

    ·        Uses and/or discloses only minimum amount of Protected Health Information necessary to complete assigned tasks.

    ·        Reports all suspected violation of company’s HIPAA policies or procedures to Facility Privacy Designee.

    ·        Perform other duties as needed.

     

    REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

    ·        Commercial driver’s license or eligibility preferred.

    • Activities Certification 
    • Dementia Practitioner Certification
    •  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.

    ·        Meets all health requirements, as required by law.

     

    This description has been prepared to assist individual VILLA Facilities in evaluating various classes of responsibilities, skills, and working conditions. Facilities are independent Limited Liability Companies are free to amend or promulgate other guidelines.  This job description indicates the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of positions given this classification. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right

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Recreational Services Assistant Director
  • Omnia Healthcare Group
  • Taylor, MI FULL_TIME
  • JOB SUMMARY: The Recreational Services Director (Dementia Unit) supervises and provides the Activity program appropriate to meet the physical, social, cultural, spiritual, emotional, and recreational ...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Director of Physical Therapy
  • Advanced Physical Therapy
  • Troy, MI FULL_TIME
  • Overview Clinic Name: Advanced Physical Therapy Position: Director of Physical Therapy Location: Troy, Michigan Employment Type: Full-Time Experience: 3 years Perks: $5000 Sign-on Bonus, Profit Sharin...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Clinical Director- Pediatric Therapy (SLP, PT, or BCBA)- Roseville
  • Metro EHS Pediatric Therapy
  • Roseville, MI FULL_TIME
  • MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy is seeking an experienced Speech Language Pathologist, Physical Therapist, or Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join our staff as a Clinic Director at our Roseville neighb...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Physical Therapist - Clinic Director
  • ATI Physical Therapy
  • Keego Harbor, MI FULL_TIME
  • Overview Stronger Together: ATI is the largest outpatient orthopedic physical therapy company under one brand, growing to over 900 locations in 24 states. We continue to preserve our friendly atmosphe...
  • 20 Days Ago

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Associate Director, Art Therapy
  • Ruth Ellis Center Inc.
  • Detroit, MI FULL_TIME
  • Associate Director, Art Therapy Salary, Exempt $50,000- $68,000 1-2 Remote Days per Week ABOUT US: We are innovative, inclusive, supportive and our goal is to create opportunities with LGBTQ young peo...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Director of Community Life - Fraser Villa
  • Trinity Health
  • Fraser, MI
  • Employment Type: Full timeShift: Day Shift Description: Under the direction of the Administrator and/or Executive Direct...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Life Enrichment Manager
  • Singh Development Company
  • Rochester, MI
  • Description The Life Enrichment Manager is responsible for developing, overseeing and implementing the community's activ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Clinical Coordinator 2nd Shift
  • Provision Living
  • Canton, MI
  • Job Type Full-time Description Clinical Support Coordinator Job Description Job Title: Clinical Support Coordinator Repo...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Life Enrichment Director
  • Medilodge of Farmington
  • Farmington, MI
  • Life Enrichment Director MediLodge is proud to have received the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the Mi...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Activities Aide
  • Medilodge of Farmington
  • Farmington, MI
  • Activities Aide Full-Time Opportunity! Tired of fast food, housekeeping, delivery, and factory work? Want a change? Well...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Sterling Heights is a city in Macomb County of the U.S. state of Michigan, and one of Detroit's core suburbs. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 129,699. It is the second largest suburb in Metro Detroit, and the fourth largest city in Michigan. Sterling Heights consistently ranks as the safest city in Michigan with population of over 100,000. Sterling Heights is 16 miles (26 km) from Downtown Detroit. The city's southern border is 6 miles (9.7 km) from Detroit's northern border. The shape of the city is 6 miles (9.7 km) long and 6 miles wide. In 1991 Murray Dublin of Th...
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Income Estimation for Recreational Therapy Director jobs
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Sterling Heights, Michigan area prices
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Recreational Therapy services contribute to the broad spectrum of health care through treatment, education, and the provision of adapted recreational opportunities - all of which are instrumental to improving and maintaining physical, cognitive, emotional, and social functioning, preventing secondary health conditions, enhancing independent living skills and overall quality of life.
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Recreational Therapy Director in Grand Rapids, MI
As recreational therapy director, Taylor will help to create and oversee all of the activities available to Morningstar residents.
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Recreational Therapy is a diverse profession practiced in a variety of settings.
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