RECREATION THERAPY AIDE |LONG TERM CARE |PART-TIME DAY SHIFT (21967)

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment for those passionate about making a difference in a collaborative setting.

Responsibilities

• Conducts activity/recreation groups and individual interventions for Long Term Care residents on inpatient units as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Provides recreational activities determined by Director/Assistant Director pertinent to the resident population and makes recommendations for the monthly activities calendar.
• Leads programs utilizing activity zones or parallel programming concepts to meet the needs of all residents in the assigned area.
• Provides appropriate individual resident interventions in group activities and within the unit milieu.
• Sets up activity areas (e.g., unit day room, cafeteria, auditorium) including moving tables, chairs, and other furniture/equipment to create an optimal environment for recreation programs.
• Documents resident attendance in established records.
• Assists with coordination and transportation of residents to and from scheduled activities and community trips.
• Prints large wall calendars and hangs monthly calendars in designated areas.
• Delivers resident care with knowledge of growth and development appropriate to the ages served.
• Creates a homelike environment and decorates for seasonal and holiday observances.
• May assist residents during mealtime.
• Attends in-services and educational programs to enhance professional growth.
• Assists in preparing for special events (e.g., parties, trips).
• Identifies problems and contributes to the department’s problem-solving process relative to patient care.
• Attends scheduled staff meetings and maintains communication with all staff.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR/AED certification required.
• One year of experience in a long-term care setting preferred.
• Practical skill set in crafts, recreation, or sports.
• Good interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Speaks, reads, and writes English to the extent required by the position; second language is useful.

Pay

$18.14/hour (commensurate with experience within the posted range).

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Generous time off policy: ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave, and nine paid holidays.
• Robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to support ongoing professional development.