Manager, Therapeutic Recreation / Life Enrichment

www.bv.org/careers ( Click on Apply , then scroll down and click on Create a new account . ) Join our vibrant community. .. Brethren Village Retirement Community, in Lititz, PA, is seeking a certified Manager, Therapeutic Recreation for our 120-bed Skilled Nursing Facility. This is a great opportunity for a qualified activities / life enrichment professional who will enjoy interacting with and supporting an older adult population. Candidates must possess an Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Human Services, Social Work, Education, Therapy / Recreation, or a related field; be certified as a Therapeutic Recreation Director in PA; have at least 4 years of relevant work experience in a long-term care or healthcare facility, including at least 1 year in a leadership or management role. The Therapeutic Recreation / Life Enrichment team coordinates a variety of fitness, recreational, and social activities for older adult Residents, to enhance their physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being. The Therapeutic Recreation team works in collaboration with clinical staff to ensure adherence to each Resident's plan of care. The Manager, Therapeutic Recreation provides leadership, planning, coordination, and supervision for the Skilled Care Therapeutic Recreation function and staff. Working with the Nursing Home Administrator, the Manager identifies, implements, manages, and evaluates an on-going program of activities for Skilled Care Residents, including Residents with physical and/or cognitive limitations. The Manager provides effective training, guidance, direction, and leadership for all Skilled Care Therapeutic Recreation staff. The Manager provides regular coaching and communication to staff, to enhance competencies and ensure coordination and collaboration with work activities. The Manager also coordinates and oversees the activities of Skilled Care volunteers. The Manager facilities regular Resident Council meetings, and promptly follows-up on issues as needed. The Manager works cooperatively and respectfully with Residents, colleagues, families, representatives, and volunteers. The Manager ensures adherence to federal and state regulations applicable to Skilled Nursing Facilities, as well as professional standards and principles, while carrying-out responsibilities. The ability to safely push adult Residents in wheelchairs; lift and move fitness equipment; push equipment carts; stand and walk frequently during the shift; and work outdoors on occasion is required. Work Schedule Full-time, benefits-eligible: 40 hours per week, on-site, including some early evenings and occasional

Saturdays and Sundays Core Requirements:

a high school diploma or G.E.D.

basic computer skills:

the ability to access and navigate web sites, and use software, apps, and databases independently the ability to complete online training independently dependability: ability and willingness to meet attendance standards attention to safety: ability and willingness to consistently work in a safe and alert manner, and to report to work fit for duty; commitment to wearing protective equipment as required for the position and adhering to all health and safety standards commitment to treating each Resident, Team Member, and member of the Brethren Village community with respect Additional Requirements for this

Position:

an Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Human Services, Social Work, Education, Therapy / Recreation, or a related field certified as a Therapeutic Recreation Director in PA , and eligible for certification as a Therapeutic Recreation specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990; or is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant at least 4 years of relevant work experience in a long-term care or healthcare facility at least 1 year of leadership and management experience, including effective experience leading and training staff; managing a program, function, or department; developing, coordinating, and monitoring department policies and procedures; managing a program or department budget thorough knowledge of the effect of cognitive impairment on older adults; understanding of recreation activities appropriate and safe for Residents of a Skilled Nursing Facility high attention and commitment to Resident safety and well-being strong verbal and written communication and relationship-building skills; the ability to interact effectively and in a professional manner with Residents, their family members, colleagues, staff members, and professional associates thorough knowledge of relevant regulations pertaining to a Skilled Nursing Facility, including HIPAA the ability to work effectively with changing daily priorities and to meet deadlines the ability to safely push adult Residents in wheelchairs ability and willingness to work occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays, and to supervise staff who work 7 days per week For the health and safety of all members of our community, Brethren Village maintains a drug-free, alcohol-free, and tobacco / smoke-free work environment. Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a professional / employment reference check; verification of education and credentials as applicable to the position; a post-offer criminal background screen; a post-offer physical exam, drug screen, and TB test. Please note : Applicants who are offered employment must be able to attend a 2 to 3 hour pre-employment appointment during the morning or early afternoon, including an off-site physical exam, and participate in an orientation session from 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on a Monday. If you would like to make a positive difference each day, apply with us! At Brethren Village Retirement Community, our Team Members provide the highest-quality care and exceptional hospitality to each Resident. Brethren Village Team Members work in our Skilled Nursing Facility and Rehabilitation Center; our Personal Care and Memory Support areas; our fine and casual Dining areas; and in the many other departments that provide services to our Residents and maintain our facilities and grounds. At Brethren Village, our Team Members enjoy: work with a purpose; you will have the ability to make a positive difference each day in the lives of our Residents stable employment; Brethren Village has been in operation for over 125 years a wide-variety of full-time and part-time positions and work schedules, to meet your needs thorough, paid on-the-job training, and on-going professional development opportunities the opportunity to apply for positions throughout our facilities, for your career growth appreciation events for Team Members competitive wages generous paid time-off benefits for eligible Team Members comprehensive health and prescription drug coverage with low premiums; free mental health counseling; dental and vision coverage; life and disability insurance coverage for eligible Team Members employer-funded contributions to a retirement savings plan free use of onsite fitness facilities and our indoor pool the convenience of onsite dining venues, with discounts for Team Members an on-site child care center with discounted tuition clean, well-maintained, and well-managed facilities a beautiful campus setting located in the vibrant small city of Lititz, PA, with easy access to major metropolitan areas as well as rural areas Brethren Village is proud to have a diverse, inclusive community where all Residents and Team Members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Brethren Village does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender, gender-identity, sex, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability or use of a service animal, genetic information, caregiving responsibilities, pregnancy, family, or marital status.