Associate Director of Therapeutic Recreation - Minneapolis, United States - Saint Therese

Description

Be part of the Saint Therese difference We are seeking a high-performing Associate Director of Therapeutic Recreation to assist in leading our fast-paced Therapeutic Recreation Department.

This position is full-time Monday

• Friday, and will participate in the Manager on Duty rotation.

The Saint Therese DifferenceFor over 50 years, the Saint Therese philosophy of care has been guided by the spirt of hospitality and our commitment to deliver the very best in person-centered care.

This philosophy extends to our employees, our most important asset.
With excellent benefits, ongoing education and career opportunities, Saint Therese is an exceptional place to work and grow.
BenefitsOpportunities for advancement

• Grow a life long career with Saint ThereseComprehensive benefits for staff scheduled 60+ hours/pay periodGenerous paid time off planRetirement plan with employer matchScholarships & Tuition ReimbursementRenewable $4000 nursing education scholarships availableUp to $1000 annual reimbursement toward education and training related to the Long-Term Care fieldLocation InformationSaint Therese offers a continuum of care and services available in a person's own home or in one of our five Twin Cities communities: New Hope, Brooklyn Park, Shoreview, Robbinsdale and Woodbury.

Rooted in history, Saint Therese of New Hope is our largest community. This care center has 168 skilled nursing beds for long-term and transitional care.

In addition, the Residence at Saint Therese of New Hope houses 225 independent apartments and suites for assisted living and memory care.

ResponsibilitiesAssists in supervision of policies and programs of the Therapeutic Recreation Department in areas of staffing, scheduling, programming, purchasing, calendars and QI, safety sanitation.

Coordinates and administers therapeutic recreation programs which meet the physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and spiritual well being of each resident.
Follows established regulations mandated by State of Minnesota, OBRA, and policies and procedures of Saint Therese.
Works under direct supervision, consulting with supervisor on departmental functions.


Qualifications:

Education:
Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Occupational Therapy, Music Therapy or related health care field of study required.
Certification as Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or in related discipline preferred but not required.

• OR Two year degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant program or related field;current certification as Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant by National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy and registered with the State of Minnesota Department of Health as an Occupational Therapy Assistant preferred but not required.

Experience:
Minimum of three to five year related experience in a structured recreation program serving the elderly, or fieldwork working with a geriatric population, with one to three years supervision of TR Staff

Special Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to direct and instruct residents and staff using therapeutic recreation techniques and use adaptation techniques in recreation programsAbility to communicate through English, both oral and written skillsPossesses and able to generate enthusiasm about programsFlexibility to change work schedule as needs ariseDemonstrates ability to work collaboratively with all health care team membersComputer proficiencyEligible and/or willing to drive facility bus.

Ability to perform necessary RAI documentation effectively.
Provides quality customer services, focus and enthusiastic attitude.

Demonstrated ability to use independent judgment and to develop creative programmingClass B Driver's LicenseEqual Opportunity Employer:
Minorities, Women, Protected Veterans, Disabled.

INDOEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

41 CFR c)#J-18808-Ljbffr