JOB SUMMARY As part of the interdisciplinary team, the Recreation Coordinator assesses participants' needs, interests, and capabilities to develop personalized therapeutic recreation plans. This role involves planning, organizing, directing, and engaging in a comprehensive therapeutic recreation program designed to meet both the general and specific needs of frail elderly participants. Additionally, the Recreation Therapist provides leadership, supervision, and support to center staff. 

ESSESNTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Deliver high-quality care as a key PACE interdisciplinary team (IDT) member, striving for exceptional impact.
• Perform in-person assessments at enrollment and ongoing as determined by the IDT for gathering comprehensive information.
• Identify social, recreational, and emotional needs, creating tailored activities.
• Design and deliver group and individual activities to enhance participants' well-being, using creativity and integrity.
• Develop and manage specialized dementia activities, focusing on small group and sensory interventions, and employing communication.
• Organize community outings and events at the PACE Center to provide meaningful experiences.
• Create and distribute monthly activity calendars with attention to detail and effective communication.
• Regularly review and update activity plans to align with participant preferences and effectiveness.
• Document evaluations and care plans promptly, upholding integrity in all records.
• Conduct audits and assess treatment effectiveness, revising plans as needed for quality care.
• Participates in quality improvement activities.
• Provide care across various settings, supporting participants' independence and performing home visits as needed.
• Educate participants and caregivers on adaptive activities and modifications.
• Manage activity areas, supplies, and budgets with integrity and attention to order.
• Collaborate with the IDT to develop and implement personalized care plans.
• Build positive relationships with participants, families, and community members.
• Participate actively in IDT meetings, review care goals, and ensure coordinated care.
• Educate IDT members on participants’ rehab needs and act as a liaison with effective communication.
• Step into various roles as needed, showing flexibility and adaptability.
• Attend relevant meetings and training courses, staying engaged in participant care discussions.
• Complete clinical documentation accurately, following PACE standards.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and policies, maintaining a secure and compliant environment.
• Safeguard privacy and practice confidentiality with integrity.
• Engage in continuous learning to stay current and uphold excellence in professional standards.
• Perform additional tasks as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

Minimum Qualifications  

• Education, training, or experience sufficient to plan and implement activities that meet the needs of frail or elderly participants.

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Therapy, or a Bachelor of Arts in Music with Board Certification (MT-BC) by the Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT).

Experience: 

• Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team in a hospital, nursing home, or community-based setting.
• 1 year of experience working with a frail or elderly population. If this is not present, training will be provided upon hire (if applicable for the role).

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS: 

• Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and the minimum state required liability auto insurance.    
• Be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up to date before engaging in direct participant contact.    
• Pass a comprehensive criminal background check that may include, but is not limited to, federal and state Medicare/Medicaid exclusion lists, criminal history, education verification, license verification, reference check, and drug screen.