Recreation Director

Overview

At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high‑quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long‑term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles.

Join us in our mission to enhance the well‑being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Join our team as the Recreation Director where you will develop, implement and supervise nursing center activities services with the goal of improving patient/resident’s quality of life.

• Report to Nursing Home Administrator
• Plan individual and group programs in accordance with patient/residents’ needs, preferences, interests, abilities, and consistent with treatment goals and interventions
• Lead, guide and direct recreation staff and volunteers
• Maintain required documentation; participate in budget planning
• Develop positive relationships with patient/resident’s family and the community
• Use community resources to create or enhance recreation programs

• Bachelor degree in therapeutic recreation preferred or completion of NAAP/NCCAP Basic and Advanced Management Course for Activity Professionals.
• Certification in accordance with regulatory agencies governing the center, by the National Certification Council of Activity Professionals (ADC) or the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Certification (CTRS).
• Two years' experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, health care setting preferred.

• Variable compensation plans
• Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company‑paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off

We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:

• Pet Insurance
• Term and Whole Life Insurance
• Short‑term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Personal Accident
• Critical Illness
• Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

USD $14.00 - $16.50 per hour.