Director of therapeutic recreation vs recreation assistant

Differences between director of therapeutic recreation and recreation assistant 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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Recreation assistant example responsibilities.

• Manage one-on-one and group social and physical sessions with long-term nursing and short-term rehabilitation residents
• Assist multiple MWR facilities with the upkeep, accountability and sanitation of workout and rehabilitation equipment.
• Respond to emergency situation and administering first aid and CPR when need.
• Assist in the setup and operation of major MWR events, such as Oktoberfest and fund raising concerts.
• Coordinate large events/gatherings in accordance with MWR procedures, including reserving special locations, food & beverage and entertainment.
• Conduct therapeutic groups such as ADL skills, team building, self expression and skill building amongst all age groups.
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