Therapeutic Recreation Worker

Develops, implements, and evaluates all therapeutic and recreational activities designed to meet the physical, intellectual, social, and spiritual well-being of Residents based on individually identified needs.

Evaluates progress of assigned Residents, ensuring participation rate is satisfactory, and establishes client-centered goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and can be achieved in a timely fashion using a suitably identified intervention.

Maintains Resident records according to department policy, keeping leisure care plan and integrated progress notes up to date.

Provides supervision and supportive leadership to volunteers and students.

Completes and maintains accurate program procedures while maintaining a safe, healthy, and comfortable environment for Residents.

Participates in monthly departmental planning meeting and as a member of the interdisciplinary team in weekly Care Conferences as required/assigned.

Responsible for maintenance of pet programs and upkeep of in-facility pets.

The above listed duties and responsibilities reflect the core functions of the position. Related duties and responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to the operation of the facility.