Recreation Specialist II

Recreation Specialist II Plans, organizes, directs and participates in comprehensive activity programs tailored to the needs and limitations of the frail and elderly. Participant Activities – 50% Evaluates participant’s functional status in relationship to recreation services. Performs initial, change of condition, transfer, and annual assessments for all participants. Develops, plans and implements recreational programs that meet the interests, needs and capabilities of participants who are frail and elderly. Assists participants with non-skilled activities of daily living. Develops and implements individual and group Recreational Therapy programs that meet the needs and capabilities of participants according to the care plan. Provides community resources for individual participants according to their care plan including community integration, recreation resources, therapeutic outings and special events. Consults with the recreation department and contributes program ideas for the ADHC recreation calendar as needed. Supports the recreation program and department when staffing needs warrant. Develops and applies leisure/recreation expertise and disseminates it to other recreation staff. Participates within the interdisciplinary team in formulating Plans of Care for InnovAge PACE program participants and in other interdisciplinary settings that coordinate care of InnovAge PACE program participants. Administration – 50% Consults with the multidisciplinary team regarding therapeutic recreational programs for participants, in collaboration with the occupational therapist. Coordinates treatment goals and special events with other departments. Maintains timely and accurate documentation of progress notes, daily participant sheets and other required documentation to meet agency charting and reporting requirements. Provides adaptive equipment and supplies for recreation in the ADHC. Participates within the interdisciplinary team in formulating Plans of Care for InnovAge PACE program participants and in other interdisciplinary settings that coordinate care of InnovAge PACE program participants. Required Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field from an accredited college/university or an Associate’s degree in a related field and 2 years of experience. 2 years in a social or recreational program that coordinates and provides services for a frail or elderly population within the last five years, one of which was full‑time in a patient recreation program in a health care setting; or equivalent combination of education and experience. A minimum of one year working with the frail or elderly. Preferred Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification. Equal Opportunity InnovAge is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, and we consider all qualified candidates for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected status. Compensation $21.20 - $25.48 Benefits Medical, dental, vision insurance Short- and long-term disability Life insurance and supplemental life insurance Flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings with company match Paid time off and company paid holidays Background Screening This position requires a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information, visit: #J-18808-Ljbffr InnovAge Holding Corp.