Geriatric Recreation Assistant (ASL Learning)

Trinity Health; Elwyn (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including 1st‑D

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan

Educational assistance

Daily pay

Employee referral incentives

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Mercy LIFE Valley View in Elwyn, PA seeks a part-time Recreation Assistant to plan and deliver therapeutic activities for deaf seniors, with ASL learning encouraged. The role requires availability Mon-Fri 8:00 am–4:30 pm and some weekend coverage, with PRN shifts as needed.

Responsibilities include planning activities, developing care plans, and supporting socialization and lifelong learning while monitoring supplies and contributing to calendars and newsletters.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Willing to learn American Sign Language (ASL). ASL proficiency preferred.
• Experience in recreation activities preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute activities tailored to the dementia-specific population, including small groups, one-on-one sessions, and sensory stimulation.
• Develop/implement group and individual activities addressing cognitive, physical, social, psychosocial, and artistic needs.
• Support participants in daily life by promoting socialization, interests, activity, and lifelong learning.
• Assist in creating written plans of care for each participant's activities program.
• Contribute to monthly calendar and quarterly newsletter.
• Monitor inventory of recreation therapy supplies and equipment.

Skills

ASL proficiency

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Adaptable / flexible

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mercy LIFE Valley View in Elwyn, PA seeks a part-time Recreation Assistant to plan and deliver therapeutic activities for deaf seniors, with ASL learning encouraged. The role requires availability Mon-Fri 8:00 am–4:30 pm and some weekend coverage, with PRN shifts as needed.

Responsibilities include planning activities, developing care plans, and supporting socialization and lifelong learning while monitoring supplies and contributing to calendars and newsletters.