Recreation Assistant Jobs

Job Title: RECREATION THERAPY ASSISTANT Company: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Location: Coatesville, PA Description:   Vacancy Identification Number (VIN):  VM299398 (Include on all documents)   Be a member of a team providing compassionate healthcare to veterans.    The Department of Veterans Affairs is an employer of choice as a center of excellence in patient care, education and research.  We value trust, respect, commitment, compassion, and excellence; we value you.  For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.va.gov .  NOTE:  In order to view and/or print the entire announcement, please scroll to the bottom of this page and click on "Print Preview"; then "Print".  Otherwise, you may miss important instructions on how to apply for this position. APPLICANT CHECKLIST:  Please use this checklist to ensure compliance with all application requirements.  We recommend that you print a copy of this checklist for reference while completing your application package.  Detailed instructions of the application process are included after the checklist.  Be sure to read and follow the instructions carefully. _____ Responses to the Assessment Questionnaire. (see Step 1) _____ Resume (see Step 2 for the information you should include on your resume) or Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612). _____ If you are faxing your documentation with OPM Form 1203FX answer sheet, place Form 1203FX on top of other documents and do not use a cover sheet.  If you are not using OPM Form 1203FX, the United States Government Application Cover Page must be used in order to link your documents with your on-line questionnaire.  Failure to provide this cover page - or the use of a different cover page - will prohibit your documentation from being processed.  (see Step 3 under "How to Apply" for url) _____ If a particular level of education/certification is required OR if you are asking us to qualify you based upon your education, you must submit a copy of your college transcript or an appropriate course listing. (see Step 3) _____ Veterans must provide a legible copy of DD-214(s) showing all dates of service as well as character of service (honorable, general, etc.).  Note:  More than one DD-214 may be needed to show all dates of service. You will be given preference based on the information you submit with your application. (see Step 3) _____  Disabled veterans and other veterans eligible for 10-point preference must also submit an SF-15 (version August 2008) with required proof as stated on the form. (see Step 3)  10-point preference will only be given when proper documentation is submitted. _____  An OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment (version dated January 2001 or later) must be submitted prior to appointment.  You may include this form as part of your application documents.  It is available at http://www.vacareers.va.gov/l2_Jobs_Forms.cfm .

Job Title: Recreation Therapy Assistant Company: Maricopa Integrated Health System Location: Phoenix, AZ Description: Department: Psych – Recreational TherapySchedule: Part TimeShift: DaysHours:    Under the direct supervision of Manager Recreation Therapy this position participates in completing recreation therapy intake assessments and documentation, developing and implementing therapeutic groups, maintaining weekly documentation, planning programs and special events, actively participating in department staff meetings, and coordinating agency wide events. Qualifications: Requires a bachelors' degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Psychology, or a related field from an accredited college or university; or an equivalent combination of training and progressively responsible experience that will result in the required specialized knowledge and abilities to perform the assigned work. Must have at least one (1) year experience assisting with recreation activities for physically, mentally or socially disabled patients in a psychiatric setting, preferably as a Recreation Therapy Assistant or Behavioral Health Tech. Must have current CPR certification. Must possess a general knowledge of medical diagnoses and appropriate interventions. Must have strong teamwork, communication and effective time management skills. Requires the ability to be creative and flexible with groups. Must have excellent documentation skills. Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English. ~CB~

Job Title: Earn Certificate as Activity Assistant (Recreation Therapy Programs) - Company: Location: Grand Junction, CO Description: Activities for Life, Therapeutic Services, is accepting students for the Fall / Winter course * CERTIFICATE TRAINING (Special Needs / Geriatrics) Based on state and federal regulations, 40 hour - Regulations, care plans, Treatment teams, Cognitive Assessments, Arts / Crafts Therapy, Program Design, Therapeutic Activity Plans, Psychology of Aging and more.. - Nursing homes, Assisted Living, Adult Day Programs, After School Programs, Community Art, Teens, Special Needs, Stroke, etc 2 wk program . Paraprofessional Training Course REGISTRATION: Register to View or call : Register to View " for a more abundant life!"

Job Title: Recreation Therapy Assistant-Boise, ID-MUST be CNA with RT experience Company: Kindred Health Services Location: Boise, ID Description: At Kindred Healthcare, our mission is to promote healing, provide hope, preserve dignity and produce value for each patient, resident, family member, customer, employee and shareholder we serve. Kindred Healthcare, Inc. (NYSE:KND) is a healthcare services company, based in Louisville, Kentucky, with annual revenues of over $4 billion. At March 31, 2008, Kindred through its subsidiaries provided healthcare services in 646 locations in 40 states. Kindred’s 52,900 employees are committed to providing high quality patient care and outstanding customer service to become the most trusted and respected provider of healthcare services in every community we serve. For more information, go to www.kindredhealthcare.com . An Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug Free Workplace.About the Opportunity Resident Activity Assistant organizes and participates in person-specific activity programming, including one to one interventions, small group facilitation and large group presentations and assists the resident activity director as needed.Qualifications: Education: Bachelors in Recreational Therapy or Occupational Therapy or Bachelor's degree in relevant human service field, 20 hrs CEU's within 1 year of hire* or state specific training to be initiated at first offering or Certification as Occupational Therapy Assistant or Associate degree in human service field, 20 hrs CEU's within 1 year of hire* or NCCAP Certified as Activity Assistant Certified* High School Diploma or GED AND minimum of 6 college credits*(as required by NCCAP) or State-specific certification as an Activity Assistant   Licenses/Certification:  Certified Recreation Therapist, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or Activity Assistant Certified (NCCAP or state-specific) preferred   Experience: Prefer minimum of 500 hours of experience in activity programming in any setting prior to hire. For high school/GED educated applicants, college courses must include one English course in composition, report or technical writing, and one course in areas of Art/Recreation Programming, Sciences, or Management with a passing grade. *Acceptable areas of in-service education and CEU's can be reviewed at www.nccap.org.   Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Capable of documenting individual participation and value of approaches in medical record. Demonstrated willingness to learn new modalities and approaches. Good listener. Builds rapport easily. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with other disciplines. Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Able to work with residents/families facing end of life issues.   *Kindred Healthcare proudly supports Affirmative Action. Drug-free work environment.   For more information contact Alissa Van Komen at Register to View or Register to View .  To view a complete list of our openings, visit jobs.kindredhealthcare.com.

Job Title: Recreation Therapy Assistant Company: Hillview Health Care Center Location: La Crosse, WI Description: RECREATION THERAPY ASSISTANT TEMPORARY La Crosse County Hillview Health Care Center has temporary vacancy starting now and lasting through the end of the year and possibly longer. Evaluates residents and documents comprehensive assessment/progress notes/care plan, initiates and assists with various group diversional and therapeutic activities. Preference for B.S. in Therapeutic Recreation. Requires work experience in geriatric Recreation Dept; ability to communicate effectively with elderly and/or dementia residents and their families; good computer skills; valid driver's license/good driving record. Starts at $11.30/hr. Full information and application packet are on our website. Attach resume. Open until filled. www.co.la-crosse.wi.us or La Crosse Job Center 8th and Pine Streets or call Register to View EEO

Job Title: Recreation Therapy Aide - (Every Other Weekend) - 6 hrs/wk Company: Masonic Geriatric Healthcare Center Location: Wallingford, CT Description: Text Size:Recreation Therapy Aide - (Every Other Weekend) - 6 hrs/wk (30123)Hearth Activities - Pond Ridge Masonicare at Ashlar Village WallingfordAssists with tasks associated with the daily operations of the Recreational Therapy Department. Plan, Coordinate, and implement recreation programs on assisted dementia unit and general community.This position is 6 hrs/week - every other weekend. Back to search resultsMinimum Requirements Experience: Training in recreation community event organization or current enrollment in Therapeutic Recreation Program.**Experience with Dementia Residents higly preferred**Schedule 6 hrs; 9:30am - 4:30pmCare Setting Facility-Based CareContact Samantha Morano, Recruitment Coordinator Register to View refer to job code 742 when responding to this ad.

Job Title: Recreation Therapy Asst. Training Program: fall/Winter session - Company: Location: Pueblo, CO Description: Activities for Life, Therapeutic Services is a Colorado based Vocational program, and Recreation Therapy Consulting - Now you can earn your Activity Assistant Training Certificate, in 4 wks! - Now you can study, complete and take the test--all from HOME! --via our workbook program (Mail-Class) * Art Therapy, Regulations, Assessments, Calendar Design, Geriatric Psychology and more.. - Certificate Course - 40 hour regulatory training - Registration: Register to View " For a more abundant life!" Activities for LIFE!!! Register to View or em ail: Register to View