Activities Director, TCU

Whittier Health Network•Westborough, MA

2d•$19 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Activities Director at Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital's Transitional Care Unit (TCU) is responsible for planning, scheduling, and implementing therapeutic recreation programs. This role involves creating both individual and group activities tailored to the needs, abilities, and interests of residents, and documenting these in their care plans. The position also includes planning and implementing in-room activities for residents who cannot leave their rooms. The Activities Director must maintain activity attendance records, ensure an adequate supply of materials, and adhere to infection control procedures related to the Activity Program. This is a part-time position, 28 hours per week, with shifts from 8 PM to 3:30 AM.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
At least 2 years experience working with the elderly.
At least 1 year experience in Elderly Recreation Program or successful completion of the Activities Director's Basic Course.
Able to read, write and speak English.

Nice To Haves

BS in recreational therapy or related field

Responsibilities

Plans, schedules and implements therapeutic recreation program of individual and group activities based on resident's needs, abilities and interests.
Documents resident's needs in the resident's care plan.
Plans, schedules and implements room visits and in-room activities for residents unable to leave their rooms.
Maintains activity attendance.
Ensures adequate supply of materials.
Observes infection control procedures related to the Activity Program.
Performs other duties as assigned as outlined in the job description.