Recreation Director

The Health Center at Galloway -

Recreation Director

This position requires good management skills, tact, sensitivity and professionalism due to constant interaction with residents and families.

Responsibilities of the Recreation Director:

Develop approaches/interventions to meet the psychosocial needs of residents

Establish rapport with Alzheimer's/Dementia care residents and their families

Develop and run programming ideas for residents

Demonstrate knowledge and experience with residents having dementia and appropriate therapeutic/behavioral interventions

Must be able to manage and work with a team

Ensure residents are treated with dignity and respect

Must have a positive attitude, enthusiasm, creativity, patience, and energy

Qualifications of the Recreation Director:

2 years Long-Terms Care experience

CTRS certified

Dementia Specialist or CDP preferred

Familiar with long-term care regulation and survey process.

Be able to facilitate group programs independently

Positive attitude and energy

Strong communication, interpersonal and written/reading skills

Valid driver's license

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