Geriatric Recreation Therapist I

Unity-Hospital-of-Rochester; Town of Greece (NY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Recreation Aide I to plan and run therapeutic recreation activities for residents at Wegman's Family Cottages, Cottage 200. You will develop monthly calendars, lead sessions, track attendance, and escort residents to programs while supporting a supportive care environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, daily program coordination, equipment setup, and supervision of students/volunteers.

Qualifications

• Experience in geriatrics or activity programming preferred.
• Strong analytical, computer and communication skills.
• Excellent leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Activity Development. Lead or co-lead therapeutic recreation programs according to monthly calendar and staffing schedule; formulate monthly recreation calendar, offering programs in accordance with resident needs and interests; maintain up to date records of resident’s attendance and participation in programs; invite and escort residents to programs
• General Management. Perform daily/weekly/monthly duties of: newspaper, birthday and calendar deliveries; manage program/department spaces and equipment set up/clean up, etc.; purchase, maintain and gather equipment and supplies
• Leadership. Train and supervise students and volunteers as appropriate; communicate with residents, staff, volunteers and family members

Skills

Geriatrics activity programming

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership ability

Job description

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Recreation Aide I to plan and run therapeutic recreation activities for residents at Wegman's Family Cottages, Cottage 200. You will develop monthly calendars, lead sessions, track attendance, and escort residents to programs while supporting a supportive care environment.

The role emphasizes teamwork, daily program coordination, equipment setup, and supervision of students/volunteers.