Therapeutic Recreation Lead - Adult Day Services ...

Job Summary: The Therapeutic Recreation Lead at the Adult Day Services provides program planning and development. This position supports clients involved in MORA Adult Day Services. Responsible for the daily well-being, safety and needs of the clients heshe supports. regularly administers medications, serves as the in-charge staff in hisher assigned activity group and is responsible for implementing individual care plans and group activity plans. This position will be in Chanhassen, MN.Mount Olivet Rolling Acres - MORA - is a diverse and inclusive nonprofit that has supported adults, seniors and children with developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs as well as age-related and chronic medical conditions for over 50 years in the Twin Cities metro.MORA provides an array of services: Adult Day Services, Contracted Case Management, Community Supports, over 30 Residential Homes, Respite, Therapeutic Recreation, Training for Guardians & Families, and a unique therapeutic Summer Camp for Youth with Autism. Our Metro Crisis Coordination Program (MCCP) offers a safety net of crucial and cost-effective services for adults and children.Pay Range: $18.75-$25.65 Hourly Base Rate; DOQSchedule: Monday - Friday 7:45am-3:45am$1,500 Retention Bonus for full-time staff. Paid out over one year. Key Duties & Responsibilities as a Therapeutic Recreation Lead:Facilitates group and individual activity involvement for clients enrolled in the program.Facilitates community outings for clients enrolled in the program.Assists clients with activities of daily living, personal care, and behavior support needs.Ensures adequate supervision of clients.Contributes to the interdisciplinary team process -assists with developing and implementing care plans and Individual Abuse Prevention Plans (IAPP).Assumes in charge responsibilities for assigned activity group Assists with activity set up and clean up, maintenance, and housekeeping needsCompletes both electronic and handwritten documentation of client involvement, progress toward goals and healthcare concerns and other necessary information accurately and in a timely fashion.Transports clients by minibus or minivan to and from the program locationAssists clients while they are entering and exiting the vehicle. This may include securing wheelchairs.Operates program vehicles in a safe and efficient manner and complies with all traffic and safety regulations.Conducts prepost trip inspections of the vehicles at the beginning and end of shift to ensure sound operating conditions (ex. Checking lights, tires, mirrors, fuel and oil levels, body damage, etc.)Immediately reports any delays, accidents, hazards, maintenance requirements, vehicle deficiencies or any other unusual occurrences to appropriate leadership municates effectively with others at work verbally and in writing, using the primary spoken language of clients in the program.Administers medications without errors (as requested)Demonstrates mastery of basic computer skills.Reads and follows company policies and procedures.Attends, completes, and maintains current mandatory training requirements.Works harmoniously with and shows respect for employees, supervisors, vendors and clients.Performs other duties as assigned as a Therapeutic Recreation Lead.Required Qualifications:3 years or more of experience working with people with IntellectualDevelopmental Disabilities.Must have a current, valid Minnesota driver's license.Must be willing to submit to an annual check of driving record. Must have an acceptable driving record per company policy.Must pass Department of Human Services background check and maintain "qualified" status.Must hold or be able to obtain a Medical Examiner's Certificate (MN Department of Transportation physical) upon employment.Must hold or be able to obtain CPR certification upon employment.Successful completion of Medication Administration class, regularly passes medications using correct procedure without errorDesirable Qualifications:Proven leadership skills as a Therapeutic Recreation Lead.Enrollment in or completion of a post secondary program is preferred but not required.Demonstrated experience assisting individuals with personal care needs.Proficient in basic computer skills.Demonstrated experience administering medications and treatments.Demonstrated knowledge of person-centered care as it relates to leisure servicesDemonstrated experience developing, implementing and tracking client goals and objectives.Must pass Department of Human Services background check and maintain "qualified" status.Must not be excluded from working in government health programs by the Office of Inspector GeneralMust be able to successfully complete company's basic job skills assessments.If using own vehicle for company business, must have insurance as required by state law.Benefits: Full-time employees receive a comprehensive and competitive benefit package, including:Medical insurance with company sponsored health reimbursement account and health savings accountDental insuranceLife insurance; employee, spouse, and children's coverage optionsLong-term disability and short-term disabilityFlexible spending; medical and dependent care403B retirement plans that match after 1 year of employmentPaid time off up to 3 weeks annually which increases after the first year of employmentOpportunity for usage of our private vacation property west of Duluth (McGregor, MN)Awards for outstanding employee performance and promotion opportunitiesGenerous tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities!Many opportunities for advancement. Mount Olivet Rolling Acres promotes from within.Cherishing the big-hearted heritage of our beginnings, we actively advocate for equity and inclusion for the individuals we serve and for our employees. Healthy. Happy. Human. Join us. careersMount Olivet Rolling Acres is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.Mount Olivet Rolling Acres7200 Rolling Acres RoadVictoria, MN 55386Our ServicesCareersAbout Us

Created: 2025-02-19