Therapeutic Recreation Director at St Joseph Living Center

Windham, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Jun, 26

Salary

22.5

Posted On

15 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Activity Planning, Program Leadership, Regulatory Compliance, Resident Care, Calendar Development, Event Coordination, Documentation, Volunteer Recruitment, Wellness Goal Support, Activity Space Organization

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Assistant Therapeutic Recreation Director - Senior Living $22.50/hour Part-Time | 24 Hours per Week St. Joseph's Living Center | Windham, CT Make a difference in someone's life every day. This is a part‑time (24 hrs/week) TRD role and not a Director level position. The TRD will work collaboratively with our full‑time Recreation Director to ensure regulatory compliance and high‑quality resident care. Why Join Us? Make an Impact: As an Therapeutic Recreation Director you'll make a difference in the lives of others! Competitive Pay: $22.50/hour Flexible Schedule: Part-Time, 24 hours – Saturdays required Shift Differential: $1.00 weekends Supportive Team: We value our team members just as much as the people we serve! Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours! What You’ll Do: Plan, organize, and lead recreational and therapeutic activities that support residents’ physical, cognitive, and social well-being Develop and maintain a monthly activity calendar with group, individual, and special event programming Facilitate engaging activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities Coordinate seasonal celebrations, special events, and community outings Document resident participation and collaborate with nursing and care staff to support individualized wellness goals Recruit volunteers as needed and maintain safe, organized activity spaces and supplies What You’ll Need: This role requires Connecticut‑qualified Therapeutic Recreation Director credentials. Recreation Assistants do not meet these requirements. Candidates must meet at least one of the following CT qualifications: Associate’s degree with a major emphasis in therapeutic recreation, OR High school diploma (or equivalent) and enrollment within six months of hire in a Connecticut‑approved therapeutic recreation certificate program, OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field with one year of full‑time therapeutic recreation experience in a healthcare facility, OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field with six credits in therapeutic recreation, OR Associate’s degree in a related field with two years of full‑time therapeutic recreation experience, OR Associate’s degree in a related field with nine credits in therapeutic recreation Related fields may include: sociology, social work, psychology, recreation, art, music, dance, drama, health sciences, education, or other related fields as approved by the State of Connecticut. Benefits Available for Qualified Positions: Comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, company-funded Life Insurance, and optional STD, LTD, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage. Financial support, such as a 403(b) retirement plan, and Flexible Spending Account Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and a paid birthday. Great workplace perks, including free parking, and a state-of-the-art facility with an inclusive, supportive culture. Rewarding career opportunities within an outstanding and well-recognized organization. To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Responsibilities

The role involves planning, organizing, and leading therapeutic recreational activities designed to support residents' physical, cognitive, and social well-being in collaboration with the full-time Recreation Director. Responsibilities also include developing monthly activity calendars, facilitating engaging programs, coordinating special events, documenting participation, and maintaining organized activity spaces.