Therapeutic Recreation Specialist 2 (Activities Assistant)

The mission of the Louisiana Veterans Homes is to primarily serve the Veterans' population of Louisiana through the provision of medical, restorative, and rehabilitative services in an atmosphere of respect and compassion. The primary objective of home is to provide quality nursing care to eligible veterans with the ultimate goal of returning the veterans to the highest possible levels of physical and mental capacity.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to plan, organize, direct, conduct, and evaluate therapeutic recreational programs for special populations. This role plays a vital part in enhancing the quality of life and well-being of participants through purposeful and inclusive recreation services.

Four years of experience as a teacher, instructor, or counselor in a recreational program plus one year of experience in recreation therapy; OR A bachelor's degree in a rehabilitation, recreation, or therapy field, a physical education field, or psychology plus one year of experience in recreation therapy; OR Possession of certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist in accordance with the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification plus one year of experience in recreation therapy.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties:
As a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist 2, you will be instrumental in planning, organizing, directing, conducting, and evaluating therapeutic recreational services for special populations. In this role, you will:

• Conduct therapeutic recreational activities in group settings and individual settings. Directs and organizes sports, games, arts and crafts. and exercise to encourage socialization and develop confidence needed to participate in group activities.
• Responsible for planning, organizing, directing and evaluating patient progress/treatment plans. Prepares progress charts and periodic reports for medical staff and other members of the treatment team, reflecting patients' reactions and evidence of progress or regression.
• Organizes and conducts special therapeutic recreation outings , such as ball games, rodeos, sightseeing, picnics, museums, and field trips. Performs CNA services for residents when away from facility.
• Assists in supervising, coordinating and training volunteers, students workers, senior workers, and CNA recreation therapy aide.
• Escorts resident to and from activities.
• Supervises resident worker .
• Assists in maintaining inventory/equipment/materials.
• Assists in developing monthly Activity Calendars.

Position-Specific Details:

This position is located in the Recreation/Activities Department of the Northeast LA Veterans Home in Monroe, Louisiana.

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00A - 4:30P.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact: Jamaile Burton

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