Senior Home: Recreational Therapist/Activity Team Assistant

Recommended Job Qualifications:

• Education: A bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation is preferred or at least 1 years of on the job experience.
• A person certified as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) through National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification or another certification/licensing organization equivalent to NCTRC is also preferred.
• Be in good health, and physically and mentally capable of performing assigned tasks.
• Must be available to work some weekends and holidays.
• The usual shifts are between 9am to 530pm and 10:30am to 7pm but that could change depending on the needs of the residents.

Job Specifications:

Personal Skills and Traits Desired:

* Good verbal and written communication skills

* Sensitivity to the needs, interests, and abilities of residents.

* Uphold the core values of patience, love, compassion , justice , respect and hospitality

* Flexibility, dependability, and punctuality

* Self starter with limited guidance

* Able to work independently and follow scheduled plans.

* Respect for the rights of the residents including the right to privacy and the right to make choices.

* Maintains composure in stressful situations.

* Works well with others.

* Strong leadership abilities

* Ability to make decisions and accept responsibility for the consequences

* Ability to coordinate and conduct meetings. Ability to set and achieve goals

* Ability to organize, supervise, and direct others; assume and delegate responsibility; accept advise and

consultation

Assigned Tasks:

• Check the daily events board to make sure it accurately reflects the activity programs and times taking place for the day.
• Direct the program of activities as printed and posted and assigning program leadership.
• Supervise residents during activity programs lead by those from outside Nazareth House ( community college teachers, groups from community, volunteers, etc)
• Invite, motivate and escort residents to and from activities.
• Lead small and large group activities.
• Provide 1:1 visits and complete all documentation.
• Make activity announcements over the PA system.
• Help create and prepare activity calendar.
• Make and laminate all new activities for daily events board.
• Make birthday cards and invitations on computer in preparation for monthly birthday social.
• Distribute printed monthly activity calendar to residents and those staff that receive one.
• Provide an opportunity for residents to participate in calendar planning seeking ideas, feedback and suggestions.
• Research and implement new activity program ideas brought forth by residents or on own doing
• Comply with Title 22 and other regulations that relate to the Activity Department
• This job description is intended to convey the general scope of the duties and responsibilities inherent in this position. Other tasks not listed here may be assigned by the Activity Team Leader or Executive Director.

Summary

As a Recreational Therapist, you will be instrumental in enhancing the quality of life for individuals through therapeutic recreation activities. Reporting to the healthcare team, you will utilize core skills in behavioral therapy, patient assessment, and medical documentation to develop and implement personalized treatment plans. Your expertise in group therapy and recreational therapy will foster social interaction and emotional well-being. Additionally, your premium skills in music therapy and experience with developmental disabilities will enrich the therapeutic environment, ensuring that all clients receive compassionate and effective care tailored to their unique needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $ $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person