Director of therapeutic recreation vs day camp counselor

Differences between director of therapeutic recreation and day camp counselor 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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Day camp counselor example responsibilities.

• Lead a successful group of kids by ensuring safety and behavioral expectations are met and providing structure and organize educational activities.
• Administer medication and assist with ADL skills.
• Transport patients to outside appointments and AA meetings.
• Train in CPR, first-aid, and universal precautions.
• Receive first aid, CPR, and emergency response training.
• Conduct STI (sexually transmit infection) prevention and awareness campaigns.
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