Director of therapeutic recreation vs activity coordinator

Differences between director of therapeutic recreation and activity coordinator duties and responsibilities

Director of therapeutic recreation example responsibilities.

• Manage 12 staff in a 250-bed , 7-unit skil nursing and rehabilitation facility.
• Manage day to day operations of the therapeutic recreation program for inpatient and outpatient physical rehabilitation patients.
• Manage activity and progress reports including statistical data require by regulators, initial assessments, MDS and IDC documentation.
• Plan and implement activities calendar for both long term care and short term rehabilitation residents.
• Document for MDS, care plans, initial and quarterly assessments quality assurance reports, resident and family satisfaction surveys.
• Launch renovation of Alzheimer's unit to include research, instruction, and environmental changes, along with staff education.
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Activity coordinator example responsibilities.

• Manage safety accident reports and ensure that all staff is CPR and a certified.
• Manage and coordinate the workload of the release team members and are responsible for organizing and hosting all production release windows.
• Direct and implement recreational programs, including adult and youth sports, aquatics, community center and special events.
• Assist clients in reaching their ISP goals.
• Specialize with the ADL's for residents with dementia.
• Assist clients with personal care or ADL's as needed.
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