At Billings Court Manor we embrace and celebrate the process of aging by providing quality long term care that is adapted to each of our unique and special residents. Our goal is to make each resident feel welcomed and at home. We encourage and promote living each day to its fullest with inspiration and opportunities. We provide all levels of care for persons with physical, cognitive and social disabilities.
We are currently seeking energetic, compassionate, and resident-focused Director of Therapeutic Recreation Services to join our dynamic care team here at Billings Court Manor. The successful candidates will be committed to providing the highest standard of care for residents and to creating a positive and supportive workplace.
This is an existing vacancy.
This is a temporary-full time position to cover a leave of absence anticipated to be approximately one (1) year.
Director of Therapeutic Recreation Services
Qualifications
- College diploma or University degree in Therapeutic Recreation / Leisure Studies, Activation or a related discipline;
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in program planning, implementation, documentation and evaluation in a senior's care setting;
- Knowledge of community resources and service development;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Effective leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills;
- Ability to prioritize, coordinate and manage multiple activities and meet deadlines;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook);
- Proficiency with MDS-RAI documentation
- Experience with Restorative Care is an asset
Key Responsibilities
- Develops, plans, organizes, implements, monitors and evaluates resident activities / programs;
- Effectively communicates and promotes all resident activities / programs;
- Encourages resident participation in activities / programs and ensures resident satisfaction and continuous quality improvement initiatives are promoted;
- Ensure the appropriate delegation of duties, responsibilities and accountability to all recreation/restorative staff.
- Ensures continuous quality improvement through program evaluation and audits;
- Liaise with the Residents’ Council and Family Council
- Supports Conmed Health Care Group policies and procedures;
- Adheres to regulatory requirements;
- Works with multi-disciplinary teams;
- Assists in the development of the recreation budget and monitors expenditures;
- Appropriately utilizes and maintains departmental supplies and resources;
- Maintains accurate department records including assessments, resident activity response and feedback detailing individual participation;
- Responsible for the recruitment, selection, orientation, supervision and recognition of volunteer resources;
- Attends applicable in-service meetings;
- Leading all recreation team members;
- Other duties as assigned.
To apply for a position please submit your resume through Indeed.
Billings Court Manor is an equal opportunity employer. We abide by the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available on request throughout the recruitment process.
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Pay: $58,000.00-$62,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
