Recreation Therapy Assistant

The Recreation Therapy Assistant will be a universal staff member within the Recreation Department. They will assist recreational programs for the residents. The programming will be designed to nurture the physical, cognitive, social, and spiritual well-being of those in our care. The Recreation Therapy Assistant will be responsible for using modalities that include fitness, the arts, cognitive programs, social programs, sensory programs, and spiritual care offerings to enhance the quality of life of the residents.

Job Duties Specific to This Position:

• Assist with programs that meet the physical, spiritual, cognitive, and social well-being of the residents.
• Assist with identifying past, current, and desired recreational outlets.
• Assist in identifying ideas for the weekly calendar.
• Assist with Special Events, through active involvement.
• Provide the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist on the floors with input into resident response to programs.
• Assist with visiting and meeting the needs of those who do not like group programs but can benefit from 1:1 visitation to guard against isolation.
• Assist with taking stats on all contacts with the residents.
• Willing to work flexible hours.
• Willing to work weekends, on a rotation basis.
• Willing to assist with outings.
• Able to work independently and as part the therapeutic recreation and floor teams.
• Possesses excellent customer service and listening skills.
• Willing to help with transport.
• Identifies resources needed for the residents to have the best quality of life.
• Reports all incidents and accidents immediately.
• Assists department and program compliance with DOH regulations.

• High School diploma.
• Desire to work with older adults, who need rehabilitation, memory care, and long-term care.
• Good communication and written skills
• Team skills

An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.

• Pay Range $24 - $31 / hour
• Excellent medical, dental, prescription and vision insurance
• Disability coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) Retirement/Pension Plans
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Free Loretto Health Clinic Visits
• Generous Paid Time-Off Accrual
• Fun events for employees
• Convenient locations with free parking
• Employee Coaches - to help you achieve life goals
• Diaper Assistance Program
• Opportunity for career growth and movement within 19 sites!