Recreation Director

Recreational Director - Skilled Nursing Facility Join Our Team as a Recreational Director! We are seeking an energetic, compassionate, and creative Recreational Director to lead and coordinate engaging activity programs for our residents in a skilled nursing facility. The ideal candidate will be dedicated to enhancing residents' quality of life through meaningful recreational, social, educational, and therapeutic activities. Position Summary The Recreational Director plans, organizes, and oversees a comprehensive activity program that meets the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of residents while complying with state and federal regulations. Responsibilities Develop and implement daily, weekly, and monthly activity calendars. Plan social, recreational, educational, and special event programs for residents. Assess resident interests and abilities to create individualized activity opportunities. Coordinate community outings, entertainment, volunteer programs, and holiday celebrations. Supervise activity staff and volunteers. Maintain activity documentation and resident participation records. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to enhance resident well-being. Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements related to resident activities. Foster a warm, engaging, and resident-centered environment. Qualifications Experience in recreational therapy, activities programming, healthcare, gerontology, or a related field preferred. TRD preferred. Previous experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, or healthcare setting. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to motivate residents and staff while creating engaging programs. Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to resident activities preferred. Certification as a TRD or eligibility to obtain certification is preferred. We Offer Competitive salary Health, dental, and vision benefits Paid time off Retirement plan Supportive team environment Opportunities for professional growth and development Equal Opportunity Employer : We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and Mak #J-18808-Ljbffr Newhavennh