About the RoleThe Recreation Therapist (RT) will coordinate, plan, supervise, and implement engaging therapeutic and recreational programs and activities for the elderly, as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing all-inclusive PACE care. This role will build a sense of community and warm social atmosphere for the PACE participants by evaluating their needs, developing groups, and individual programming to meet those needs.
Responsibilities- Performs duties and responsibilities maintaining adherence to regulatory compliance, Seen Health policies and procedures , environmental safety protocols and quality improvement standards.
- Plans and implements group and individual activities to improve or maintain the participants' cognitive, physical, social, psychosocial, and artistic needs.
- Documents participant engagement outcomes in the electronic medical record, alerting the interdisciplinary team to day center absences and/or to other issues that undermine care plan goals. Revise care plans as needed.
- Oversees daily flow of activities for dementia specific population to determine if smaller groups, one-on-one programming, or sensory stimulation are needed.
- Optimizes the participant experience and participant satisfaction with the coordination of culturally sensitive, inclusive and participant centered activities. Engages language interpreters to co-facilitate activities and special events, as needed.
- Organizes community outings and special events, including arranging for participant transportation, entertainment, catering, and involvement of other staff.
- Develops a monthly calendar of PACE activities for participants, ensuring that the calendar of events is accessible to participants in multiple languages.
- Evaluates plans to promote effective programs according to participant abilities and preferences within daily flow of events.*
- Provides leisure education to participants and caregivers for activity modification, use of adaptive equipment, activity skill development, and recommended supplies for in-home use.
- Maintains general order in the activities area, including daily clean-up, routine supply inventory ordering, petty cash, and overall general budgeting.
- Conducts initial in-person comprehensive recreational assessment , semi-annual reassessments and unplanned assessments as needed e.g. change of condition, service determination requests.
- Coordinates with the PACE Interdisciplinary Team to develop a comprehensive plan of care for each participant.
- Actively participates in team discussions offering feedback, ideas and suggestions, both on a day-to-day basis and in monthly department staff meetings.
- Attends and participates in required meetings and trainings.
- Maintains and completes charting in participant medical records and reporting according to requirements, including signature and dates on progress notes.
- Assists participants with non-skilled activities of daily living (ADL), as needed.
- Develops specific therapeutic programs as part of the plan of care, including recreational and social activities.
- Communicates with skilled nursing or assisted living facilities the therapeutic needs of participants.
- Serves as a resource to staff and coordinates volunteer activities at the PACE Center.
- Coordinates with various community resources and partners to enhance recreational programming.
Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in recreational therapy or related field
- Two years' experience in a social or recreational program preferred, providing and coordinating services for the frail or elderly within a health care setting.
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification - upon hire.
- Proficient computer skills. Experience documenting in Electronic Health Record system preferred.
- Valid CA driver's license and proof of auto insurance required
- Fluency in English Mandarin or Cantonese strongly preferred.
- BLS - upon hire
Location
- Los Angeles required. Ability to commute to Alhambra required.
- Relocation benefits available.
Salary & Benefits- Salary: $72K - $90K / year
- Equity: included as part of early team package
- Benefits: Seen Health is proud to offer a robust benefits offering for our employees. In addition to traditional healthcare coverage, we also offer additional benefits to help further your wellness and feeling of being part of the team.
- Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits for you and your family
- Life Insurance and Disability Benefits
- Parental and Caregiver Leave
- Lunch, as well as delicious snacks and coffee to keep you energized
- Paid Time Off across holidays, vacation time, personal days, and sick days
- 401k Plan
- Personal and professional development, including CME support and career growth opportunities
- Subscriptions and training on using AI tools including ChatGPT
