Therapeutic Recreation Therapist; TRD; Part- time

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

SUMMARY
:
Perform diversified duties to organize and conduct therapeutic recreation activities.

Reports To:

Coordinator, Therapeutic Recreation

Titles Supervised: N/A

Schedule:

Days (PT 15 hrs.) Flex, 2 days per week

• 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.
• The TRD will exhibit leadership qualities, mentor residents, and engage them when participating in recreation programs.
• The TRD will demonstrate the ability to facilitate group process and will also be able to manage the interpersonal needs of the residents.
• The TRD will demonstrate the ability to assess and document the needs and progress of the residents.
• The TRD will participate on Resident community outings as required, demonstrating Resident safety.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's Degree and TRD Certification.
• Experience:
  
  No experience necessary.
• Licensure:
  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.