Recreational Therapy Assistant Lead

About the Role

Assists the recreational supervisor with planning therapeutic recreational activities. Coordinates and conducts these activities to provide the highest level of patient care, maximize patient functioning, and enhance satisfaction. Collaborates with occupational and physical therapy to assess patients' functional levels and integrate activity services into treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Leads year-round therapeutic recreational activities, focusing on trust-building, community unity, support, and skill development through groups and individual sessions.
• Leads the therapeutic recreation clinic and recreation room.
• Assists in developing, reviewing, and updating recreational policies and procedures to ensure compliance.
• Completes charting requirements, reviews recreational assessments, and updates activities and programming schedules.
• Develops and incorporates activity services into patient treatment plans.
• Performs basic maintenance of recreation areas and equipment; completes maintenance work orders as needed.
• Assists with ordering and maintaining inventory of recreation equipment and supplies.
• Inspects all equipment and facilities regularly to ensure safety.
• Conducts staff orientation for new employees and students regarding therapeutic recreation services.
• Consults with medical and other staff to determine patients' physical restrictions and participation levels.
• Provides input for the performance of activity staff.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with organizational policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) (Required)
• Associate's Degree (Preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience (Required)

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits (including vision and dental) for full-time and part-time positions from day one.
• Benefits extend to domestic partners.
• Collaborative, cooperative, and collegial work atmosphere.
• Diverse and inclusive workforce.

Geisinger is proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.