Recreational Therapist, FL PACE Centers presso Miami Jewish Health

Miami Jewish Health is one of the largest providers of healthcare and living options for aging adults in the Southeast. We operate Florida PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) Centers, the largest PACE program in Florida, which serves as health plan, healthcare provider, and social center designed for older adults with complex medical needs. We have four adult day health centers that serve participants in Miami-Dade and Broward counties.

Our careers are challenging, meaningful and rewarding. Join us now to do purposeful work in supporting our community’s seniors and their families.

Title: Recreational Therapist PACE

Job Summary

Overseeing, planning, promoting engagement and recreational therapy for all participants.  Manages the daily planning and coordination of center and home-based activities.

Essential Job Functions

•          Conducts initial assessment and scheduled reassessment of participants

•          Facilitates the therapeutic recreation programs by assisting participants during group activities, following the activity schedule, and providing assistance with transportation for residents during recreation activities.

•          Develops, schedules, and distributes specific therapeutic programs to include recreational and social activities

•          Plans and facilitates the Participant Advisory Committee

•          Plans and provides both group and individual programming

•          Participates in interdisciplinary meetings and developing individualized and measurable care plans

•          Assists with participant care needs

•          Responsible for scheduling and supervising volunteers and stipend volunteers

•          Manages participant tracking record

•          Maintains inventory and order sheets for recreation and day center supplies

•          Meets established department deadlines for recording documentation

•          Completes other assignments as needed

•          Ensures all regulatory requirements are followed

Job Requirements

Education:

•          Bachelor’s degree in a social or health service field; or

•          Associate degree in a related field plus 2 years of experience

Experience:

•          2-4 years’ experience in recreational therapy with elderly population in a supervisory role; or bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation and 1-year experience with elderly

Licenses/Certifications:

•          Certified Activity Director or Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist required

•          Current Certification by the State of Florida as a Certified Nursing Assistant, preferred

•          First Aid/CPR certification, or to be obtained within the first six months of hire

Abilities required

•          Must be bilingual (English/Spanish or English/ Creole)

•          Friendly, outgoing, positive personality

•          Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills necessary to interact with all levels of the work group, and participants

•          Sensitivity to the needs of an aging population

•          Computer knowledge

•          Knowledge of documentation desirable

Functional Demands

Environment Work Conditions:

•          Normal working condition with adequate lighting and ventilation

•          Must be able to lift, push, pull two to sixty pounds

Infectious Material Exposure:

•          Occasional exposure to blood/body fluids/tissues

Organizational Expectations

•          Ensures that resident’s/patient’s rights are adhered to

•          Demonstrates professionalism and accountability

•          Demonstrates a caring attitude consistent with Miami Jewish Empathicare^SM toward MJH residents, patients, family members, employees and other facility guests

•          Demonstrates excellent communication skills

•          Ensures confidentiality and security of patients’ medical information

•          Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication

•          Able to speak, read and write English

•          Able to think and act calmly to meet unusual occurrences of the job

•          Adheres to the organization’s Mission, Vision and Values

•          Participates in departmental activities, meetings and in-services and follows established guidelines

•          Maintains a safe working environment

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

We believe in the power of empathy, the value of relationships and the importance of a life well-lived. Come see why Miami Jewish Health is unlike anywhere you’ve ever worked before. We offer competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, 403b retirement savings plan, free on-campus parking, onsite fitness center and more. 

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