Recreational Therapy Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Schedule : Exempt, min 40 hours per week | Monday - Friday | 8am - 4:30pm
Department: Thome PACE | Jackson, MI

What You’ll Do:
Lead and inspire a dynamic Recreational Therapy team dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults. In this role, you will oversee the Recreational Therapy department, provide guidance and support to team members, and design meaningful therapeutic and recreational programs that promote engagement, independence, and overall well-being for PACE participants.
Key Responsibilities

• Develops specific therapeutic programs as part of the plan of care, including recreational and social activities.
• Organizes Recreational Therapy Services and develops department policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains the Recreational Therapy department budget.
• Develops, implements, and supervises the Activity Program.
• Develops a monthly calendar of events.
• Supervises and manages personnel including training and orientation, competency assessments, scheduling, and direct supervision.
• Communicates participant condition changes to team members.
• Coordinates 24-hour care delivery.
• Conducts initial and scheduled reassessments of participants prior to team conferences.
• Records, signs, and dates progress reports in participants’ medical records.

The above is a summary of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties this position will be required to perform. If selected for the position you will receive a full job description.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• BS degree in Recreation Therapy or BA from an accredited college with a recreation with special populations.
• Reliable transportation and valid drivers license.
• Minimum of one (1) year working with the frail and elderly.
• Minimum 2 years experience in social or recreational program providing and coordinating services for a frail elderly population.
• Prior leadership experience.
• CPR certification is desired or obtained within 3 months of employment.

Job Benefits

• Generous 6 weeks of Flexible time off per year —plus paid holidays on top of that.
• Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Team Members – Enjoy Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance starting on the 1st of the month after 30 days of hire.
• Retirement Savings Plan – Secure your future with employer contributions.
• Daily Pay –Instantly transfer your daily earnings. 
• Team Member Referral Bonus Program – Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!
• Career Growth & Development – Advance your career with tuition assistance and school scholarships up to $3,000 per semester.
• Wellness Program & Reimbursemen t – Prioritize your health and well-being, reimbursed 120 a year!
• Mileage Reimbursement – Offered for work-related travel.

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