Recreational Therapist

About the role

Colorado PACE has an immediate opening for a Recreational Therapist. The position is located in Aurora, CO and is full-time with a schedule of Monday-Friday, 8am - 4:30pm. The pay range is $21.04 - $24.72, with supplemental pay based on position, schedule, and/or availability.

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, organize and direct the implementation of activity/recreation programs in accordance with current state and CMS guidelines for a PACE program, and company policies and procedures.
• Plans, implements, directs, and evaluates the Activity Programs to ensure all participant's assessed needs are met.
• Interviews participants as necessary in a private setting, provides information regarding activity programs and involves them in planning activities when possible.
• Completes a comprehensive assessment of the activity needs of each participant including background, interests, abilities, physical and mental limitations, and strengths.
• Ensures that a current activity schedule is maintained for each participant and coordinates with the Interdisciplinary Team in assisting participants with selection of activity in compliance with physician orders.
• Develops monthly activity calendar providing a variety of activities that are available to meet the needs of the participants. Ensures calendars are posted/distributed by the 1st of the month. Posts changes to calendar in accordance with state and CMS guidelines for a PACE program.
• Schedules movies, plans parties and provides games for participants.
• Provides adapted material for the impaired participants including but not limited to Braille reading material, tapes and records to ensure maximum participation in activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college and certification or training in therapeutic recreation preferred.
• One year recreational therapy experience, preferably working with the frail and elderly population in a healthcare setting.
• Valid Colorado Driver’s License and proof of auto insurance.

Physical requirements

Ability to lift/carry a minimum of 30 lbs.

Culture, Benefits And Perks

We value engagement, community, and outreach initiatives and know it matters for our team members and our patients. We provide welcoming and supportive care to our patients and a work environment where all team members feel respected and valued. We support a culture of work-life balance and provide team members with two, free, confidential and robust benefit programs designed to provide solutions to the logistical and financial problems that arise in life. Employer pays over 90% of employee medical premium in some plans. Health Savings Account (HSA) with significant Employer Funding: Single $1,000, Family $2,000. Extensive Paid Time Off (PTO/Vacation Pay/Sick Leave): 18 days in the first year for FT team members. Seven Paid Holidays with an additional Floating Holiday. 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match: 50% match up to 8% of total compensation. Company-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance. Career & Logo wear Education Reimbursement Program. Clinical Career Ladders. Certification Pay. Generous Discover-a-Star Team Member Referral Program. Team Member Service Awards. Early Wage Access. Legal and Identity Protection. Robust Leadership Development Training Programs. Rewarding Work You Will Do.