Description
Certified Therapeutic Recreation SpecialistWinona Senior Services1.0 FTE, 80 Hours a Pay PeriodSchedule: Day Hours, 8am-4:30pmWeekends: NoneHolidays: OccasionalOn Call: No
Position Overview:
The Therapeutic Recreation Specialist provides life-enriching activities to residents/patients of Winona Health. This individual's initiatives will reflect the standards of the profession, Winona Health and conforms to the mission, philosophy, policies and procedures of the department. The individual will plan, organize and facilitate a comprehensive leisure program designed to meet the residents/patients interests and needs. This individual must be comfortable working with the ill or otherwise disabled clients. The recreational therapist will plan and participate in specialized games, sports, crafts, and other leisure activities to help people restore capabilities or overcome debilitating mental, emotional, and physical disabilities. The individual will play a key role in the department's operations and quality improvement efforts.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
This person will assist in supervising professional and non-professional activity staff as well as provide oversight, instruction and guidance to interns making sure the department offers research based, up-to-date services.
This individual will provide assist in providing supervision to all volunteers in order to create a positive experience for residents, volunteers and Winona Health.
Assess the needs and capabilities of each resident/patient in order to maintain and or improve capabilities and preserve enjoyment of individual leisure pursuits, as well as physical and mental functioning.
Assure that residents with varied needs and capabilities receive appropriate services to maintain highest level of well-being.
This position will organize, facilitate and record resident based meetings/events including within the community.
This position is responsible for completing required documentation and records are maintained for ongoing program/resident evaluation.
This position will monitor the department's quality and data to ensure appropriate resident/patient services and satisfaction and will assist the Supervisor with appropriate action plans if needed.
Participates in Quality Improvement efforts as a part of everyday work.
Completes and supervises competency testing with the facility bus in collaboration with organization-wide Therapeutic Rec. Staff
Skills and Experience:
Required:
This position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation with 2-4 years' experience working in the field, NCCAP experience, competency and/or training in leadership skills.
The individual will have good oral and written skills and feel comfortable working with the ill and/or disabled people.
Must have a good grasp of therapeutic recreation standards through professional groups and/or peers.
Must complete van competency testing, hold a valid drivers license and be willing to drive resident/patient transport vehicle.
Maintain competencies in the following: basic computer skills, Outlook, patient information databases (Cerner, EMR, American Data).
Required Work Schedule:
Generally 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday with rotating weekend, evening and holidays and occasional early morning coverage
Summary of Benefits at Winona Health:
At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available:
Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plansRetirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are metWork/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers
For more details or specific information, visit our website or contact Human Resources
Internal Applicant Policy:
It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers, and position reclassifications. Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal. Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position. Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request transfer. The employee's past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions. Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion. Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.
Disclaimer:
Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law. Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.
Qualifications
Licenses & Certifications
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CPR
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