Career Opportunities in Inclusive and Therapeutic Recreation
The Meth-Wick Community is seeking a full-time Recreation Therapist!
Come work for a company that has been recognized by the International Council on Active Aging as a leader in the Best in Wellness for senior living communities. Our Recreation Therapists are key in assisting with the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of our residents as well as small and large group wellness programs.
The primary duties of this position include:
Come work for a company that has been recognized by the International Council on Active Aging as a leader in the Best in Wellness for senior living communities. Our Recreation Therapists are key in assisting with the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of our residents as well as small and large group wellness programs.
The primary duties of this position include:
- Coordinating calendar planning for all group programming for assisted living residents. This includes coordinating non-recreation staff led programming.
- Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating wellness programming in all levels of care according to the residents’ needs, interests, and desires. Including developing new ideas and assisting with the purchase of supplies.
- Assisting in completing assessments and resident documentation, in accordance with the Iowa State Department of Inspections and Appeals regulations for the Woodlands.
- Assisting and working with residents on an individual basis as needed.
- Participating in Resident Care Conferences, family conferences, team meetings, and other meetings as assigned.
- Assisting with evaluating programming by recording attendance, quality of resident’s time, improvements to be made, progress notes, etc.
- Informing, reminding, and encouraging residents to participate in wellness programming through various methods as appropriate (i.e. calendar, room-to-room reminders, personal invitations, etc.).
Responsible for planning developing, organizing, implementing and directing person-centered care programs and activities in Memory Care for residents with Alzheimer’s and other related types of dementia. Provide opportunities through a calendar of events using the company’s brand and program standards that enhances the physical, social, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual needs of the memory care residents. Ability to train universal workers in how to effectively adapt activities to promote active and successful resident participation. Provides coordination and direction of the memory care staff assigned to this position within the area by recommending the hiring or termination of staff within the unit under the direction of the Health care Coordinator (HCC). Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Apply at https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d2628261b823c30c&from=tp-serp&tk=1e0tk7hmc1s6f000.
Apply at https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=d2628261b823c30c&from=tp-serp&tk=1e0tk7hmc1s6f000.
The YWCA seeks a creative, energetic person to assist in the development, provision and supervision of comprehensive fitness and wellness programs, classes and activities for adults, seniors, youth and children. Requirements include: Degree in Leisure Services, Recreation, Health Education, Physical Education or closely related field and 1 year experience in fitness and wellness programming and promotion, staff supervision and facilities management. Some evenings and/or weekends. Must pass criminal and child abuse background checks. Send cover letter and resume by February 17, 2020 to: Executive Director, YWCA, 425 Lafayette St., Waterloo, IA 50703 or lmohr@ywcabhc.org. EOE
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Internship Opportunities in Therapeutic Recreation
**Email Adrienne Johnson at adrienne-johnson@uiowa.edu with any summer 2020 or fall 2020 TR internship opportunities.