Therapeutic Recreation Therapist

Job Responsibilities Develop, implement, and facilitate therapeutic recreation programming designed to support cognitive, physical, emotional, behavioral, and social rehabilitation goals with a person-centered approach to care. Plan and prepare individual group therapeutic recreation interventions that promote self‑advocacy, independence, community integration, leisure skill development, coping strategies, and quality of life, including transportation and coordination of equipment and supplies. Assist residents in developing and maintaining daily living, communication, interpersonal, and community engagement skills through structured therapeutic activities and outings. Provide training to staff for execution of programming as needed. Participate in the development of a written interdisciplinary plan of care/individual program plans for each resident, identifying their needs, goals, and appropriate interventions. Coordinate and monitor each individual's active treatment and implementation. Ensure or provide supportive counseling interventions to assist residents in coping with transition and adjustment to a long-term care facility, including their social, emotional, and psychological needs. Provide counseling and education to residents/family members to assist in understanding of placement and facility issues, and refer them to appropriate social service agencies when needed. Coordinate, facilitate, and complete documentation for annual reviews, admission and discharge summaries, and preparation of monthly progress summaries reviewing the resident's care needs, condition, level of functioning, and progress. Monitor resident participation, mood, behaviors, and safety during activities and interventions, adapting programming as needed. Participate in resident discharge planning process and referrals for different placement or return to the community. Develop, maintain, and utilize a listing of relevant current community resources for residents and families/significant others. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and administration to coordinate care, support resident-centered rehabilitation goals, and promote and protect resident rights and wellbeing of each resident. Provide consultation to staff regarding treatment approaches in collaboration with interdisciplinary team and medical/psychiatric services. Participate in the development of policies and procedures necessary for continuation of care. Communicate with medical providers to meet individual resident needs. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications & Experience Knowledge of recreation therapy/activity therapy program assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation. Ability to safely facilitate recreational activities, community outings, and therapeutic interventions in a residential facility. Knowledge of social, economic, and health problems of basic human behavior and available assistance and rehabilitative services and techniques. Knowledge of human service needs assessment methodologies. Knowledge of legal requirements including privacy, resident rights, confidentiality, and non-discrimination. Knowledge of goals, principles, and practices of human service programs, program administration, and program goals and their intended impacts. Knowledge of County and Department operating requirements, policies, procedures, practices; local, state, and federal regulations related to program operations. Skill in analyzing complex administrative information and issues, defining problems, evaluating alternatives, and recommending methods, procedures, and techniques for resolution. Ability to research and analyze detailed information and make appropriate recommendations. Ability to develop, interpret, and implement regulations, policies, procedures, written instructions, general correspondence, and other department documents. Ability to adapt and take control of situations, directing subordinate activities responsibly. Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations. Ability to interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; federal, state, and local regulations. Skill in organizational and time management to prioritize duties and accomplish high volume of work product while adapting to constant changes in priority. Ability to perform detailed work accurately and independently in compliance with stringent time limits requiring minimal direction and supervision. Ability to think quickly, maintain self‑control, and adapt to stressful situations. Knowledge of current office practices and procedures and knowledge of the operation of standard office equipment and software. Knowledge of computer software including word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications consistent with this position. Ability to perform mathematical calculations required of this position. Ability to communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively in English in both written and verbal form. Skill in researching and understanding complex written materials. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate and concise records and reports. Ability to apply sound judgment and discretion in performing duties, resolving problems, and interpreting policies and regulations. Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively and concisely, orally and in writing. #J-18808-Ljbffr The ClearView Group - Solutions for Health