Recreational Therapist- PACE Program-Cape Coral​/Port Charlotte

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Cape Coral, FL:
Port Charlotte, FLtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R2510128
** It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!
**** When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!
** Benefits day 1  Schedule-Monday-Friday-8a-5p

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the coordination and planning of therapeutic and recreational activities for the participants of the program.  
• Conduct an initial assessment and scheduled reassessment of all participants.  
• Develop specific therapeutic programs to include recreational and social activities.  
• Record, sign and date progress reports in the participant’s medical record.  
• Develop, implement and supervise the Activity Program.  
• Plan and provide both group and individual activities.  
• Participate in Interdisciplinary Conferences, daily meetings and family conferences.  
• Serve as a resource to staff and coordinate volunteer activities at the center.  
• Document in participant medical record, including Plan of Care.

Knowledge &

Skills:

• Excellent communication; via phone, email, and in person.  
• Should be able to work effectively in a team environment.  
• Skilled in arts and crafts.  
• Must be flexible to work in other locations if needed.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy or related field, or combination of experience and education required.  
• Minimum two years’ experience in a social or recreational program providing and coordinating services to a frail or elderly population within the past 5 years.  
• Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist (CTRS) or Activity Director Certification required.  
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications required.  
• Valid Florida Drivers’ License with good record-Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross;
Current employees must obtain by January 1, 2025.

-Certification of completion of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Training through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.  
• Automobile Insurance  
• Clear level 2 background check
** Compensation Pay Range:**$45,017.18 - $64,824.08
** This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
**** Choices. Education. Guidance.
** As a progressive leader and premier health organization, Chapters Health System is dedicated to delivering innovative care throughout chronic illness progression and beyond. Since 1983 as a community-based, not-for-profit organization, Chapters Health has provided choices, education and guidance through its managed affiliates:
Capital Caring Health, Chapters Health Foundation, Chapters Health Hospice, Chapters Health Pharmacy, Chapters Health Staffing, Cornerstone Hospice & Palliative Care, Good Shepherd Hospice, Hope Healthcare, Hospice of Okeechobee, HPH Hospice and Life Path Hospice. Chapters Health offers services throughout the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the country to improve the patient/family experience well in advance of end-of-life needs. Chapters Health and its affiliates are licensed in Alachua, Arlington, Bradford, Charlotte, Cherokee, Citrus, Cobb, Collier, Columbia, District of Columbia (all eight wards), Dixie, Fairfax, Fauquier, Fayette, Forsyth, Fulton, Gilchrist, Glades, Gwinnett, Hall, Hamilton, Hardee, Hendry, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Howard, Lafayette, Lake, Lee, Levy, Loudoun, Marion, Martin, Miami-Dade, Monroe, Montgomery, Okeechobee, Orange, Osceola, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Prince George’s, Prince William, Putnam, St.

Lucie, Sumter, Suwannee and Union counties.
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