Recreation Therapy / Activities TRD

nathealthcare· Therapeutic Recreation
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📍 Middletown, CT, USPART TIME

About this role

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A Great Place to Work

Water's Edge 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!

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Therapeitic Recreation, TRD Part Time

What You'll Do:

 

As a Therapeutic Recreation / Activities TRD, 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  to develop, implement, and oversee therapeutic recreation programs for residents
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess residents' needs and preferences
  • Provide leadership and guidance to the therapeutic recreation team
  • Organize and facilitate a variety of opportunities for entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression while fulfilling residents' basic psychological, social, and spiritual needs
  • Create a warm and inclusive environment that encourages resident participation
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and make adjustments as needed
  • Assist the familes of physically, emotionally, and cognitively impaired individuals to explore appropriate hobbies and leisure activities

If 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.  

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What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Water's Edge team enjoys:

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
  • Comprehensive training and mentorship
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

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What You'll Bring:

 

Qualifications of an Therapeutic Recreation / Activities:

  •  Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field
  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) credential preferred
  • Proven experience in developing and leading therapeutic recreation programs
  • Strong organizational and leadership skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Compassion and empathy in working with seniors
  • Interest in the needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
  • Creative mindset with excellent organizational interpersonal skills
  • Ability to collaborate with team members, residents, and families to create a positive and inclusive environment 

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We 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.

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Where is the Recreation Therapy / Activities TRD position at nathealthcare located?
This Recreation Therapy / Activities TRD role at nathealthcare is based in Middletown, CT, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Recreation Therapy / Activities TRD role at nathealthcare full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a PART TIME position. It is posted as a Recreation Therapy / Activities TRD role in the Therapeutic Recreation department at nathealthcare.
Which team or department does the Recreation Therapy / Activities TRD at nathealthcare belong to?
This Recreation Therapy / Activities TRD position is part of the Therapeutic Recreation department at nathealthcare. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Recreation Therapy / Activities TRD job at nathealthcare posted?
This Recreation Therapy / Activities TRD position at nathealthcare was posted on Feb 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Recreation Therapy / Activities TRD
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