Recreational Therapist
iDeal Hire · idealhire.com
WaimeaOn-siteLead / Manager3+ yrsContract
The job in short
Activities coordinator directing recreational therapy programs in long term care.
Clinical
Details
- Found
- 9 d ago · posted 2026-10-13
- Location as listed
- Waimea, HI
- Role
- Activities Coordinator / Recreational Therapist
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Title
Activities Coordinator
Location
Waimea, HI | Long Term Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Onsite | Shifts may include evenings, weekends, and holidays
Key Responsibilities
• Direct a comprehensive activity program addressing the social, recreational, physical, educational, and spiritual needs of patients and residents
• Conduct assessments and develop individualized activity programs to support patients' and residents' dignity, mental capacity, and physical well-being
• Complete MDS documentation as required
• Oversee program development, performance improvement initiatives, and budget development and monitoring
• Supervise, direct, and train activity program staff
• Promote patient and resident self-confidence, self-respect, and empowerment through meaningful activity programming
Required Qualifications
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as an Activities Coordinator involving planning, assessing, and coordinating a comprehensive activity program
• MDS experience required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Workers certification required
• Valid Driver's License required
• Knowledge of human anatomy and administrative practices in directing patient/resident activity programs within a hospital or medically oriented setting
• Ability to read, write, speak, and communicate effectively in English
Preferred Experience / Skills
• Experience working in a hospital, clinic, or long term care facility
• Background in budget preparation and personnel management
• Experience planning and conducting staff training programs
Why Join Us
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the quality of life for patients and residents in a unique Hawaii location
• Engage in a dynamic role that combines clinical assessment, program leadership, and community-building in a long term care setting