Recreational Therapy Director jobs in Syracuse, NY

Job Summary: Responsible for completion of functions of the Activities Department and responsible for recruitment, orientation and placement of activities staff and volunteers

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:

• Develop a program that enhances the quality of life for the residents we serve as well as families, friends and visitors
• Maintains a healthy relationship with the community
• Review and revise policies, procedures and job descriptions annually
• Plans and teaches activities inservice classes
• Promotes resident centered home like atmosphere
• Responsible for timely completion of activity assessments and MDS assessments
• Works closely with residents and/or representative to develop person centered plan of care
• Active member of the Interdisciplinary Team - Attends Patient care meetings.
• Responsible to ensure Resident Council meets monthly – that a president is in place – assist as the council deems appropriate (ex: Records keeping, organization)
• Responsible for completion of audits and reports to QUAPI team
• Responsible to ensure volunteer records are accurate and maintained
• Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
• Notifies appropriate department when resident complains
• Advertises, Interviews & Hires all new activities personnel
• Treats residents and their families with respect and dignity.
• Provides private re-education and training to staff members as needed
• Knowledgeable regarding NYS & Federal regulations
• Responsible for emergency preparedness.
• Knowledgeable regarding Fire & Disaster policies and procedures
• Encourages employees to attend care center inservices and educational opportunities
• Has a genuine interest in and appreciation of adults in the later years of life.

Professional Requirements:

• Adheres to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
• Leads by example
• Maintains regulatory requirements.
• Maintains confidentiality at all times.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled, completes work within designated time.
• Wears identification while on duty, uses computerized time system correctly.
• Delivers Excellent Customer Service
• Attends annual review and department inservices, as scheduled.
• Commits to quality outcomes
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (QAPI) activities.
• Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
• Communicates the mission, vision and goals of the facility.
• Completes annual education requirements.
• Promotes the success of others and a positive work environment

Regulatory Requirements:

• Certified Occupational &/or Recreational Therapist OR
• Therapeutic Recreation Therapist OR
• 5 years experience within long term care activities

Language Skills:

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Additional languages preferred.

Skills:

• Basic computer knowledge.

Physical Demands:

• For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see following description.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising resident care.