Therapeutic Recreations Director

Cadia Healthcare is a leading provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation in your area. Compassion and appreciation are at the heart of who we are. We are currently seeking a Therapeutic Recreation Director  to join our team!

Cadia rewards it’s employees for their hard work and dedication to providing the best care possible, with a wide-range of benefits and perks to show we care.

BENEFITS AND PERKS WE OFFER:

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits for You & Your Family
• 401k Retirement With Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Personal, Sick Days & Paid Holidays
• Short-term Disability and Maternity Leave Options, Personal and Family Medical Leave
• Company provided Life and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Referral Bonuses and More!

Employee Perks Program

• Tickets At Work for Discounted Entertainment Tickets!
• Free and Discounted Employee Meals
• Tuition Reimbursement
• In Facility Training/Inservice Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Will/Estate Preparation Services
• Optional Legal & Identity Protection Services
• Verizon Wireless Discount
• Costco Membership Discount (DE only)
• Annual $35 Non-Slip Shoe Replacement (DE only)

Position Description

The Activity Director will plan, organize, develop & direct the operation of the activity department designed to meet the interests and physical, mental & psychosocial well-being of each resident. Cadia is dedicated to providing the best care possible and that’s where you come in!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan develop, organize, implement, evaluate & direct the activity programs of the facility. Assist in development, administration and coordination of department policies & procedures.
• Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of resident assessments.
• Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc. and submitting such to the administrator as required.
• Direct, manage and supervise Activity Aides and/or other department personnel. Delegate authority, responsibility and accountability to other responsible department personnel.
• Develop a written plan of care (preliminary & comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems/needs of the resident and the goals to be accomplished.
• Prepare a monthly calendar of activities written in large print & posted prominently for visitors & in resident rooms.

• Minimum of 2 years of college preferred.
• Qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional licensed by the state & eligible for certification as a recreation specialist or an activity professional; art, music or dance therapist.