Recreation Therapy Aide - Casual

JOB REQUIREMENTS: WHO WE ARE: Edgewater Haven is located in a park-like

setting in view of the Wisconsin River in Port Edwards, WI. Edgewater

Haven provides 5-star, quality care in a clean and comfortable home-like

setting. Our long-term caring staff is dedicated to your loved one\'s

outcomes! We believe in the power of one person to make a difference in

patient care. Join the ranks of our rapidly growing team of healthcare

professionals, and become that difference! OUR MISSION: Our

interdisciplinary team works with each individual, his or her family and

physician, to provide an effective plan of care to reach personal goals

and highest potentials. We strive to provide for the mind, body, and

spirit, while holding in the highest regard the rights and dignity of

each individual. Edgewater Haven is rated 5-Stars on Medicare.gov.

Purpose of Position The purpose of this position is to assist with

recreation therapy activities and events within nursing home residents\'

interest for their physical, mental, social and psychological well

being. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are

normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or

all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. 1. Conduct

daily activities according to established calendar of events. 2.

Transport residents to and from activities. 3. Maintain activity

attendance records and chart progress. 4. Responsible to know and

practice the Safety policies of the County. Perform all job tasks in a

safe and prescribed manner. B. OTHER JOB DUTIES 1. Monitor wander guard

unit. 2. Sets up and takes down equipment/supplies for activities. 3.

Prepare materials for scheduled activities. 4. Any other duties as may

be assigned. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer \*\*\*\*\*

OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: -Experience working with the

elderly preferred. -Must demonstrate a kind, patient and tactful

approach with residents. -Must be able to follow oral and written

instructions, and communicate effectively with residents, families and

staff. -Reading, writing, adding, subtracting is needed (to maintain

activity attendance records and chart progress, conduct activities,

communicate with residents/staff, utilize facility policies, calendars,

lists, newsletters and activity books). -Basic, everyday living skills

are needed. Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality. Basic

equipment used: telephone, popcorn machine, wheelchairs, microwave,

computer, radio/iPod, garden tools and common hand tools. \*\*\*\*\*

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