Therapeutic Recreation Therapist (TRD) (Part- time 15 hrs.)

Mozaic Senior Life•Bridgeport, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform diversified duties to organize and conduct therapeutic recreation activities. This is a part-time position with 15 hours per week, scheduled for days with flexibility, two days per week. The role involves organizing and leading therapeutic recreation activities to enhance resident skills, completing necessary documentation, preparing activity areas, maintaining inventory, and driving company vehicles for outings. The therapist will also exhibit leadership qualities, mentor residents, facilitate group processes, and ensure resident safety during activities and outings.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
TRD Certification
No experience necessary
Valid driver's license.
CT state Therapeutic Recreation Director (TRD) or Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist® (CTRS) Certification
Ability to handle multiple demands and deadlines
Ability to read and communicate effectively
Ability to utilize various software packages to carry out position responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Organize and carry out appropriate group activities and one-to-one sessions to enhance sensory motor, cognitive and psychosocial skills.
Complete documentation of resident/patient assessment, progress notes, attendance MED A documentation, discharge summaries in compliance with State and Federal regulations.
Input MDS/care plan data and attend RCP meetings.
Transport resident to and from scheduled activity area.
Prepare activity area.
Maintain inventory of equipment and supplies and notify Coordinator of needs.
Drive Mozaic Senior Life vehicles as required for outings; attend and participate in a variety of staff meetings.
Maintain regular attendance.
Exhibit leadership qualities, mentor residents, and engage them when participating in recreation programs.
Demonstrate the ability to facilitate group process and will also be able to manage the interpersonal needs of the residents.
Demonstrate the ability to assess and document the needs and progress of the residents.
Participate on Resident community outings as required, demonstrating Resident safety.
Other related duties as assigned.