Recreation Therapy / Activities

A Great Place to WorkThe Pines at Bristol is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!What You'll Do:As an Therapeutic Recreation / Activities, you will help develop and oversee a vibrant and engaging activities program in our communities. Your creative and compassionate approach will contribute to the overall well-being and happiness of those we serve.Key Responsibilities:Assist director to develop, implement, and oversee therapeutic recreation programs for residentsCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess residents' needs and preferencesProvide leadership and guidance to the therapeutic recreation teamOrganize and facilitate a variety of opportunities for entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression while fulfilling residents' basic psychological, social, and spiritual needsCreate a warm and inclusive environment that encourages resident participationEvaluate the effectiveness of programs and make adjustments as neededAssist the familes of physically, emotionally, and cognitively impaired individuals to explore appropriate hobbies and leisure activitiesIf you're passionate about creating meaningful and engaging recreational programs for seniors in an environment where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated, we invite you to join our team as an Therapeutic Recreation / Activities. #Tier1What We OfferAs an affiliate of National Health Care, our Bristol team enjoys:Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement planComprehensive training and mentorshipOpportunities for professional growth and developmentSupportive and collaborative work environmentThe chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residentsWhat You'll Bring:Qualifications of an Therapeutic Recreation / Activities:Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential preferredProven experience in developing and leading therapeutic recreation programsStrong organizational and leadership skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal abilitiesCompassion and empathy in working with seniorsInterest in the needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with bothCreative mindset with excellent organizational interpersonal skillsAbility to collaborate with team members, residents, and families to create a positive and inclusive environmentWe Hire for Heart!National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values:Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.

Created: 2025-10-09