Recreation Therapy Aide (DAY SHIFT)

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Create and implement activity plans for residents, including small groups, special events, and entertainment.
• Motivate residents for participation in either planned groups or on a one-to-one basis.
• Modify programs to meet individual resident needs and encourage participation.
• Provide escort if necessary and maintain participation logs for programs.
• Attend meetings as required and participate in educational programs and in-services as mandated.
• Plan and/or accompany residents on out trips.
• Understand and follow universal precautions and MSDS books.
• Review evaluations on new residents completed by the Manager Recreation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School or equivalent.
• Experience: N/A.
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Public Service License.
• Other: Pushing/pulling wheelchairs, climbing ladders, using push carts for decorations or supplies, extensive standing/walking.

Key Competencies

• Provides care and services that demonstrate behaviors and the principles of person-centered care, including dignity, respect, and compassion.
• Offers coordinated care, support, and treatment.
• Cares for residents in a personalized manner.