Activities and Transportation Assistant

About the role

The Recreation Specialist is responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of our TR program which meets the physical, mental, psycho-social and spiritual needs of our residents.

Responsibilities

• Planning and conducting activity programs under direct supervision
• Assisting with outings
• Recruiting and transporting residents to and from programs
• Conducting one‑to‑one therapeutic visits with residents
• Assisting in planning special events
• Responsible for a caseload of residents and records daily attendance
• Gives input for care/family conferences
• Assisting with decorations and publicity of therapeutic programs
• Perform pre‑trip safety checks, maintain vehicle in top shape, and report maintenance needs

Qualifications

• Special interest in working with geriatric residents
• Assume responsibility for learning and following therapeutic recreational techniques and documentation procedures
• Ability to generate enthusiasm during programs and willingness to participate in special events
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to follow oral and written directions
• Must be 24+ years old with a minimum of 1 year of driving experience
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (no revocations, suspensions, or cancellations in the last 5 years)
• Ability to pass an MN DOT physical
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Experience working with elderly or disabled individuals preferred

Skills

• Safely transport vulnerable adults and seniors, adhering to MN Department of Transportation and STS regulations
• Assist clients to and from the vehicle as needed
• Understand and follow schedules, special trip requests, and transport groups as assigned
• Adhere to all laws, company procedures, and safety precautions, including weather and road conditions
• Ensure proper restraint of wheelchair passengers and perform routine vehicle maintenance
• Build meaningful relationships with the community, assisting where needed

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, flexible spending account (FSA), 401(k) plan, paid time off (PTO), life insurance, continuing education unit (CEU) reimbursement, on‑site day care at a 50% discounted rate for full‑time (discounted for part‑time), and daily pay options

Schedule

This full‑time position is mid‑day hours 9am‑5:30pm