Recreational Therapy Assistant - Per Diem

About the role

Works under the direction and supervision of Recreation Therapist to create, implement, lead and adapt activities to ensure participants have a positive experience in group and individual activities.

Responsibilities

• Works in conjunction with the Recreation Therapist in planning, organizing, directing, and leading therapeutic activities for participants in large and small groups.
• Adapts activities to ensure that individual participants are successful in programs.
• Assists in the development of monthly activities calendar and daily activities schedule, ensuring schedule is posted.
• Documents daily attendance and notes progress and decline in program involvement by participants.
• Assists with the purchase, organization, and storage of recreational supplies.
• Maintains inventory and distribution of participant name tags with tags coded with information regarding level of assistance and support potential for wander, and dietary restrictions needed by participant.
• Collaborates with Personal Care Assistants assigned to activities and assists with personal care needs as needed to promote the safety and comfort of participants.
• Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
• Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) — Required
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years related work experience — Preferred
• Certifications and Licenses: None specified

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions
• Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet care; free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program
• Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner coverage