Compassionate Therapeutic Recreation Activities Assistant

Bear Mountain Healthcare; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Care Village is seeking an Activities Assistant to join the Activities TEAM and support residents through therapeutic recreation. You will collaborate with supervisors to assess needs and plan engaging TR sessions.

You will implement 1:1 and group TR activities, adapt activities to individual abilities, provide resources and emotional support, and document progress while maintaining safety and confidentiality in a positive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on ability.
• Ability to function independently, once tasks assigned.
• Ability to gather assessment information according to guidelines/standards.
• Ability to plan and lead a variety of TR sessions.
• Ability to observe and document resident progress.
• Knowledge of TR policies and procedures.
• Work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Works with supervisor to complete assessments.
• Implements 1:1 and group TR activities with assigned residents.
• Adapts or modifies TR activities to meet resident’s needs.
• Provides residents with TR resources, supplies, and equipment.
• Provides emotional support to residents and families.
• Provides a positive, supportive atmosphere during TR sessions.
• Ensures resident safety during TR sessions; follows health and safety policies, anticipates hazards, and takes appropriate measures.
• Participates in team meetings
• Communicates behavioral observations of residents to other staff and team members.
• Encourages resident involvement in recreation opportunities and provides necessary support to facilitate involvement.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information.
• Be knowledgeable of residents’ rights.

Skills

English language

Patience

Communication

Observation

Job description

Care Village is seeking an Activities Assistant to join the Activities TEAM and support residents through therapeutic recreation. You will collaborate with supervisors to assess needs and plan engaging TR sessions.

You will implement 1:1 and group TR activities, adapt activities to individual abilities, provide resources and emotional support, and document progress while maintaining safety and confidentiality in a positive environment.