Company Overview
Geer Village is a vibrant senior community situated on over 70 acres in a historic locale, dedicated to fostering a welcoming environment for individuals of all ages and stages of life. As a non-profit organization, it emphasizes compassionate care, community engagement, and enriching activities that promote shared joy and meaningful connections among residents, families, caregivers, and staff.
Job Overview
Responsible for providing a therapeutic recreation program which meets the social and recreational needs of the residents and is in keeping with the philosophy and objectives of the Facility.
Responsibilities
- Plans, develops, organizes, implements, and evaluates the Therapeutic Recreation program assuring that it is in keeping with the philosophy and objects of the Facility.
- Responsible for correct charting of Therapeutic Recreation plans and assuring that the plans are carried out in compliance with State regulations.
- In conjucntion with the ID Team, participates in a written comprehensive care plan for each resident that identifies the needs, care to be given, measurable goals and the specific time frame.
- Responsible for the assessments of new admissions/re-admissions with resident, family, and other appropriate personnel.
- Supervise, schedules and coordinates the activities and functions of Department personnel. Provides orientation and in-service training of Department employees.
- Responsible to arrange the Resident Council meetings. Coordinates with Social Services the acknowledgements and/or follow through of the concerns and requests of the Council.
- Plans monthly calendar of facility events and distributes to appropriate areas.
- Gives final department approval for purchasing educational programs including departmental, staff in-services, conventions and seminars.
- Maintains personal appearance, dress and hygiene of Dept. appropriate to the job and the general function of the facility.
- Ensures that assigned work areas are maintained in an orderly, safe and sanitary manner.
- Prepares the annual operational budget and assures implementation once approved.
- Reviews and evaluates the work performance of assigned personnel. Conducts performance evaluations in accordance with the facility's policy and procedures.
- Ensures that department personnel are trained in all aspects of fire and safety and follows facility procedures in the use of equipment and supplies.
- Monitors absenteeism to ensure staffing requirements are adequate and the attendance policy standard is being met.
- Develops, maintains and updates policies and procedures in compliance with facility, state and federal regulations.
- Responsible to assure that the Resident's Bill of Rights is maintained at all times.
- Performs other duties as may be required.
Experience
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family, visitors and general public.
- Must possess the ability and willingness to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other personnel.
- Knowledgeable of the safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment.
- Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop and implement programs, goals, policies and procedures.
- Must be knowledgeable in Therapeutic Recreation practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, policies and procedures governing the facility.
- Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with co-workers.
- Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them.
- Must have the patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Join us as we create enriching experiences that promote wellness and joy for our residents through innovative therapeutic recreation programs designed to enhance quality of life at every stage.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
