Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator

Goodwin Living is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the greater Washington, D.C. region by The Washington Post every year since 2019 — and now nationally by USA Today. Since 2022, we’ve also been annually recognized as one of the top 100 employers for interns by the Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards. These honors are based entirely on feedback from our team members, gathered through an annual third-party survey. Here’s what they say makes us stand out:

• Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice. 
• Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential. 
• Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued. 

The Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator is responsible facilitating recreational programs, primarily for residents in Assisted Living and the Terrace. Planning innovative programs based on the six dimensions of wellness to develop and maintain cognitive functioning, enhance creativity, promote self-confidence, encourage socialization, and foster community involvement.  Position is required to assist with applicable regulated documentation (assessments, progress notes, MDS, attendance notes on all programs).

• →Develops and coordinates a therapeutic recreation program of daily group activities (inclusive of all functional levels), and individual interactions which includes 1:1 visits, outside excursion planning, concerts, educational lifelong-learning classes, social gatherings, and elevated events.
• →Monthly programming calendar drafting and oversight.
• →Assistance with completion of attendance documentation and other documentation within time requirements.
• →Monitors resident progress/recreation goals, interests, and needs to adjust as necessary.
• →Remains abreast of advances and/or changes in field, and keeps supervisor informed of such.
• →Orients and supervises volunteers by providing direction, instruction, and encouragement.
• →Attends and participates in Plan of Care conferences and other relevant meetings as requested from Assisted Living Administrator.

• Certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) preferred. 
• Minimum of two years’ previous experience in recreation programming for older adults.  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skill required.
• Must have computer skills in basic word processing.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with others.

At Goodwin Living, we can all find work with purpose! As a nonprofit senior living and healthcare organization based in Alexandria, Virginia, we are driven by our mission: to support, honor and uplift the lives of older adults and those who care for them. Our commitment to our team members is written directly into that statement. We create an enriching and supportive work environment that has earned us Top Workplace recognition by The Washington Post since 2019 and, more recently, national recognition by USA Today. These honors reflect the culture our team members foster every day — one rooted in purpose, belonging, and growth.