A Therapeutic Recreation Leader is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating recreation-based treatment programs for people with disabilities, illness, and injuries. Common duties listed on the Therapeutic Recreation Leader Resume include – using a variety of modalities including arts and crafts, drama and music, or sports and games to help improve and maintain the patient’s physical, social, and emotional well-being; assessing the patient’s needs using observation, and medical records; developing treatment plans and programs to meet patient’s needs and interests; planning and implementing interventions to support the client, teaching patients about ways to cope with stress, anxiety, and depression; and evaluating interventions for effectiveness.
Summary of skills that can highlight a resume is – familiarity with practices and procedures for measuring patient health before and during therapy; the ability to plan activities for patients with a variety of physical, emotional, and social limitations; leadership skills, endurance, and physical dexterity, and basic computer skills. Candidates with a degree in fields like recreation, recreation therapy, or leisure studies fit best this role.
Summary : To obtain a job working as a Therapeutic Recreation Leader in a health care environment; which with provide me with the opportunity to grow personally and professionally.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Therapist.
Description :
Performed Administrative Duties: Supervision and training of employees (8), interns and volunteers.
Managed annual programming budget.
Provided case management Composed monthly reports.
Collected, compiled and reported statistical and quality data improvement for research and evaluation purposes.
Co-conducted staff meetings.
Participated in weekly interdisciplinary care plan meeting.
Co-trained and supervised medical chart documentation (assessment, care plans, and progress notes).
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Master Of Public Administration
Therapeutic Recreation Leader Resume
Summary : Therapeutic Recreation Leader is a key member of the senior leadership team. This role combines leadership skills and problem solving, especially in alignment with the mission, vision, and goals of the organization.
Planned and implemented therapeutic recreational activities for 200+ participants of diverse medical conditions and ages.
Supervised and trained staff, student interns and volunteers.
Coordinated monthly special event and fundraiser projects.
Co-trained and supervised medical chart documentation (assessment, care plans and progress notes).
Created monthly calendar and weekly staff assignments.
Provided case management, support and guidance to registrants and caregivers.
Developed treatment plans according to capabilities and interests of participants served.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Master Of Public Administration
Therapeutic Recreation Leader Resume
Headline : Therapeutic Recreation Leader is responsible for Coordinating with medical staff to develop referral process for clients with chronic conditions requiring therapeutic recreation activities, Coordinating with facility staff to develop a marketing plan for their programs, and also Leading facility tours to promote the therapeutic recreation program, Developing promotional materials for marketing purposes.
Skills : TCI, Behaviour management, Leadership capabilities, Team Work.
Description :
Monitored program and staff compliance to all company policies and procedures and all regulatory standards.
Ensured the development and implementation of individual program plans and activities.
Served as team leader for staff interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary team meetings.
Transported residents in company vehicle for community activities.
Competed a portion of the MDS (Minimum Data Sheet) Section F Activity Preferences.
Conducted resident and/or family interview for recreation assessment.
Composed a monthly activity calendar focusing on different physical and cognitive abilities.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Associate's
Therapeutic Recreation Leader Resume
Summary : Therapeutic Recreation Leader with 5+ years of experience in Developing a service delivery philosophy that meets the needs of clients and staff, Providing leadership in creating a sustainable budget for the department, Providing leadership in designing budgets for special projects, Developing policies that meet legal requirements for providing services to clients with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Therapist, Organisational Skills.
Description :
Coordinated and executed engaging activities to ensure quality of life and effective care for 40 dementia patients.
Designed activities to help maintain physical and cognitive abilities, such as exercise, art, and music.
Managed and updated 40 care plans, regularly assessing current patient abilities and interests.
Trained and supervised coworkers and volunteers to ensure safety and meaningful visits with residents.
Managed various administrative responsibilities and assistance in organising building wide events.
Established relationships and provide personal care and support to each resident and family member.
Maintained an organised and pleasant workspace and care unit to create a positive atmosphere.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
MS
Therapeutic Recreation Leader Resume
Headline : Seeking employment that allows me professional growth, while being able to utilise my skills for the betterment of the organisation with the best use of my dedication, determination and resourcefulness.
Skills : Experience With Disabled Children, People-oriented, Food Handling Experience Strong Work Ethic Customer Service Excellent Communication Personable And Friendly Quick-learner Team Leadership, Conflict Resolution Techniques, Self-motivated.
Description :
Assisted participants who were in wheelchairs as needed.
Greeted participants in a timely fashion while quickly determining their needs.
Recommended appropriate bowling ball size and wheelchair ramps to participants based on their needs and preferences.
Wrote scores slips and kept records of attendance.
Engaged with participants in a sincere and friendly manner.
Prioritised helping participants over completing other tasks in the bowling alley, such as running the computer.
Built relationships with participants to increase likelihood of repeat business in a later bowling season.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Bachelor Of Arts In Psychology
Therapeutic Recreation Leader Resume
Summary : Therapeutic Recreation Leader is responsible for Planning, implementing, evaluating, evaluating outcomes of therapeutic recreation services, Providing leadership for community partnerships, Providing leadership in developing community resources and partnerships, and also Developing a plan to address gaps in service delivery.
Skills : Minimum Data Set 3.0 trained, CPR trained, Defensive Driving Certificate, Fluent In English And Spanish.
Description :
Assisted in providing opportunities for children and adults with disabilities so they may acquire the skills that enable them to participate in the recreation and leisure programs of their choice.
Provided services, education, and resources that meet participants' interests, needs, and abilities on the road toward lifelong participation and enjoyment in recreation and leisure activities.
Assisted in behaviour crisis management.
Participated in the implementation and review of individual service plans.
Conducted and co-lead recreational, instructional and social skills groups.
Provided crisis intervention in emergency situations and collaborated with supervisor regarding the need for intervention by external sources, as necessary.
Planned effective activities and motivated resident participation to facilitate an active lifestyle.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
BS In Psychology
Therapeutic Recreation Leader Resume
Summary : Therapeutic Recreation Leader is responsible for Developing program goals, objectives, and outcomes, Ensuring programs are aligned with organisational vision, mission, and values, Setting measurable goals for program participants' progress, and also Developing individualised plans for each participant, Implementing programs in accordance to budget.
Skills : Windows Operating Systems, Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Quick Books, Internet, Type 55 wpm, Certified CPR and First Aid training.
Description :
Currently maintained a program calendar of both large and small group programs for residents in a health care facility.
Maintained the paper work and documentation needed for their daily leisure pursuits.
Cared plan the recreation portion for a case load of 24 residents.
Implemented and executed outings into the community.
Provided the residents with sensory, physical, and cognitive stimulation.
Conducted one-on-one interviews with dementia residents, documenting personal and medical information for Therapeutic Recreation Assessments.
Collaborated with staff and external departments to address resident changes and issues.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
BA
Therapeutic Recreation Leader Resume
Summary : Therapeutic Recreation Leader with 7 years of experience in Creating a program that meets all regulatory requirements, Establishing program policies and procedures, Developing an annual budget for program, Developing short-, mid-, and long-term goals for program, Collaborating with other team members to design programs that meet client needs.
Skills : Creative Arts, Multi Tasking, Organisational Skills, Basic Word Processing, Typing And Computer . Confident In Microsoft Word, Publisher, Excel And Outlook.
Description :
Skilled in developing goal based leisure plans to complement and support interdisciplinary care for recover from acute injuries/illness.
Participate as part of the interdisciplinary team attending care conferences and MDS reviews.
Took over multiple administrative roles during Director's 3-month maternity leave, in addition to current responsibilities.
Trained department on new computer system, PCC.
Wrote quarterly progress notes using documentation from facility software.
Compiled a monthly report based on attendance to different groups.
Participated in weekly interdisciplinary care plan meeting and documented registrants' goals.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
GED
Therapeutic Recreation Leader Resume
Summary : Therapeutic Recreation Leader is responsible for Planning, coordinating, and directing classes, seminars, programs, and recreational activities: planned and implemented medically appropriate therapeutic recreational activities for 200+ participants of diverse medical conditions and ages, Co-training and supervising medical chart documentation (assessment, care plans, and progress notes).
Skills : Writing Skills, Quality Management, MS office.
Description :
Planned, Coordinated, and Directed Classes, Seminars, Programs, and Recreational Activities: Planned and implemented medically appropriate therapeutic recreational activities for 200+ participants of diverse medical conditions and ages.
Performed intake and patient assessment.
Established and maintained relationships with stakeholders.
Planned, implemented, and evaluated programs.
Trained staff members.
Conducted research to define program needs.
Trained volunteers in skills needed to provide quality service.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
MS
Therapeutic Recreation Leader Resume
Summary : Therapeutic Recreation Leader is responsible for Planning, managing, implementing and evaluating all therapeutic recreation activities in accordance with the goals for the organisation, Developing curriculum for staff members to ensure that all activities are consistent with core values, Providing individualised plans for participants with special needs.
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