Therapeutic Program Specialist

Alzheimers Foundation of America • Town of Babylon, NY

10d • $65,000 - $68,700 • Onsite

About The Position

The Therapeutic Program Specialist will plan, direct, organize, and facilitate therapeutic programs and events. The Therapeutic Activity Specialist will use a variety of modalities, including the creative arts, drama/theater, music, dance/movement, horticultural therapy, pet therapy, and therapeutic recreational activities to help maintain and improve the physical, social, and emotional well-being of individuals living with Alzheimer’s Disease and related Dementia.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years relevant full-time work experience with older adults, caregivers, and health professionals in the field of dementia and Alzheimer’s care.
• Specialized experience in developing and facilitating programs and activities involving art, music, or another creative outlet.
• Computer/Technology proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint & TEAMS), Zoom.
• Excellent interpersonal, listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and responsibilities.
• Self-starter with the capacity to work independently and collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, other departments, and community of professionals.
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assess individual needs through observations, evaluations, and connecting with community members and families affected by Alzheimer’s Disease and related Dementia.
• Develop and facilitate creative programs that meet individual needs and interests; Engage community members and caregivers in therapeutic programs, such as live music performances and creative-interactive group activities.
• Implement programs that provide various forms of stimulation and socialization for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease.
• Schedule and attend community outreach opportunities with various organizations and professionals through individual meetings, attending symposiums/workshops, and other community-based networking events.
• Data collection and analysis of therapeutic programming through daily and monthly evaluation forms. Create and update evaluation forms.
• Manage and maintain the cleanliness and organization of the therapeutic space.
• Manage registration, check-in process, contracts, and consent forms for therapeutic programs.
• Assist in photography/videography of therapeutic programs for social media and graphic design for marketing materials in collaboration with Communications and Media Relations departments.
• Other job duties as deemed necessary and appropriate, directed by direct supervisor

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed