Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Exact $43,111.12
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Disability insurance
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Tuition waiver
Job Description
The Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs is a dedicated agency committed to serving those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Among its many functions, the agency operates skilled nursing facilities like the Douglas T. Jacobson State Veterans' Nursing Home in Port Charlotte, Florida. This state veterans' nursing home is known for its loyal team of long-term employees and fostering a supportive and fantastic work culture. The Florida Department of Veterans' Affairs offers an excellent retirement package along with optional deferred compensation plans. Employees benefit from comprehensive health, vision, dental, disability, and other supplemental insurance options at reasonable premium rates. Additionally, the department provides paid vacation and sick leave, nine paid holidays plus a personal day, and tuition waivers available for State Universities and Community Colleges, allowing employees to take up to six credits per semester at no cost. The work environment is focused on inclusivity and support, emphasizing verification of education and employment history along with mandatory background screening and drug testing to maintain workplace integrity and safety.
The role of Therapy Aide Supervisor for Activities at the Douglas T. Jacobson State Veterans' Nursing Home is a critical leadership position within the skilled nursing facility. This role involves overseeing the compliance and execution of the activities department, including the development, implementation, supervision, and continuous evaluation of therapeutic recreation programs designed to improve the quality of life for veterans residing in the facility. The Supervisor ensures that activities meet the physical, emotional, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of the residents by planning comprehensive programs promoting entertainment, exercise, relaxation, creative expression, and social interaction. Reporting directly to the Nursing Home Administrator, the incumbent acts as the representative for the Activity Department on the interdisciplinary team and ensures the coordination of activities aligns with residents' care plans, treatment objectives, and MDS assessments.
This position demands a motivated professional capable of maintaining detailed progress notes within electronic health records, conducting evaluation assessments to personalize resident programs, and leading activity programs as scheduled. The Therapy Aide Supervisor directs and supervises Senior Certified Nursing Assistants, Therapy Aides, and activity staff in recreative roles while managing departmental performance standards, creating monthly calendars, and handling departmental leave and attendance. Moreover, the position requires management of all volunteer programs and donations to the state home, ensuring proper acknowledgment and timely communication with donors. Other responsibilities include tracking resident participation in activities, processing purchase orders for equipment and entertainment, serving on various committees at the nursing home, and coordinating special community events involving entities such as the American Legion and VFW. The role offers a competitive annual salary of $43,111.12, paid bi-weekly, and is overtime-eligible, demanding flexibility to work on weekends and holidays. This is a Selected Exempt Service system position, fostering a supportive work environment that embraces diversity and provides reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act as necessary. The State of Florida enforces a drug-free workplace policy, which includes drug testing based on reasonable suspicion to ensure a safe, productive work environment for all employees.
The role of Therapy Aide Supervisor for Activities at the Douglas T. Jacobson State Veterans' Nursing Home is a critical leadership position within the skilled nursing facility. This role involves overseeing the compliance and execution of the activities department, including the development, implementation, supervision, and continuous evaluation of therapeutic recreation programs designed to improve the quality of life for veterans residing in the facility. The Supervisor ensures that activities meet the physical, emotional, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of the residents by planning comprehensive programs promoting entertainment, exercise, relaxation, creative expression, and social interaction. Reporting directly to the Nursing Home Administrator, the incumbent acts as the representative for the Activity Department on the interdisciplinary team and ensures the coordination of activities aligns with residents' care plans, treatment objectives, and MDS assessments.
This position demands a motivated professional capable of maintaining detailed progress notes within electronic health records, conducting evaluation assessments to personalize resident programs, and leading activity programs as scheduled. The Therapy Aide Supervisor directs and supervises Senior Certified Nursing Assistants, Therapy Aides, and activity staff in recreative roles while managing departmental performance standards, creating monthly calendars, and handling departmental leave and attendance. Moreover, the position requires management of all volunteer programs and donations to the state home, ensuring proper acknowledgment and timely communication with donors. Other responsibilities include tracking resident participation in activities, processing purchase orders for equipment and entertainment, serving on various committees at the nursing home, and coordinating special community events involving entities such as the American Legion and VFW. The role offers a competitive annual salary of $43,111.12, paid bi-weekly, and is overtime-eligible, demanding flexibility to work on weekends and holidays. This is a Selected Exempt Service system position, fostering a supportive work environment that embraces diversity and provides reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act as necessary. The State of Florida enforces a drug-free workplace policy, which includes drug testing based on reasonable suspicion to ensure a safe, productive work environment for all employees.
Job Requirements
- Licensed in Florida as Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or Certified Activity Director or willing to obtain one within one year
- Two years of experience in social or recreational programs in the last five years with at least one year full-time in therapeutic activities or qualified Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Willing and able to work weekends and holidays
- Valid Florida driver’s license
- Successfully complete Level II background check and drug test
- Education and employment history must be verifiable
Job Qualifications
- Must be licensed in Florida as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or hold Certified Activity Director certification or be willing to obtain within 1 year
- Possess at least two years of experience in social or recreational programs, including one year in therapeutic activities program or be a qualified Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Strong leadership and supervisory skills with experience managing staff and volunteers
- Familiarity with resident care plans, MDS assessments and interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation in electronic health record systems
- Effective communication skills to coordinate with residents, families, volunteers and healthcare teams
- Knowledge of federal, state and local regulations governing long-term care and therapeutic recreation
Job Duties
- Develop, implement and supervise the activities program to ensure compliance with federal, state and local standards
- Plan, organize and evaluate therapeutic recreation programs to meet residents’ physical, emotional and psychosocial needs
- Maintain accurate documentation of resident activities, therapy progress and assessments in electronic medical records
- Lead and participate in scheduled activity programs ensuring active resident engagement
- Supervise and evaluate Senior Certified Nursing Assistants, Therapy Aides and other staff involved in recreational activities
- Manage scheduling, leave, attendance and performance evaluations for the activities department
- Coordinate volunteer programs, donations, and associated acknowledgments to support the nursing home's activities and community engagement
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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