Recreation Activity Coordinator

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional care for long-term residents and rehab patients. This role offers the chance to plan and implement engaging activities, supporting the health and well-being of diverse populations. With a focus on therapeutic recreation, you'll be instrumental in enhancing the quality of life for patients through innovative programs. Embrace a fulfilling career in a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion, while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial and personal well-being.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

Discounts on various services

Optional identity theft protection

Retirement options with contributions

Qualifications

• Experience in program planning and development for therapeutic activities.
• Relevant experience with geriatric population or children in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activity opportunities for patients.
• Support healthcare team in promoting therapeutic services.

Skills

Program Planning

Group Leadership

Therapeutic Recreation

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree in Child Development

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Therapeutic Recreation Certification

Job description

About the unit

We are able to provide care for long term care residents and post-acute rehab patients. Nurse-patient ratios vary depending on the shift and the population you will be serving. Each designated unit focuses on patient specialties, such as general rehab, neuro rehab, traumatic brain injuries and cancer. Cedar Street offers various programs for residents to participate in including music therapy, expressive arts and a garden room.

About Rehab and Nursing Center Cedar

The Rehabilitation & Nursing Center – Cedar was designed with the word “home” in mind. The home is more spacious than the previous 52-year-old Fuller Street facility and boasts many new amenities, including four spacious interior courtyards; a new dining room; on-site dialysis den; art room, private and semiprivate rooms with their own window, restroom and shower; modern furnishings; and new technology, to make these community members feel at home.

Scope of work

The responsibilities of this position include planning, implementing/conducting and evaluating appropriate activity opportunities for patients. This role supports the health care team in promoting therapeutic services and/or programs. This role is also involved in conducting/implementing community and hospital based programs or special events as designated.

How we will care for you, while you care for our patients

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn morehere.

• On-demand pay program powered byPayactiv

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• LIC-Driver's License - State of Michigan 60 days required

• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Continuing Care 60 Days Or

• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Continuing Care 60 Days

Preferred

• Associate's Degree child life, child development, child psychology, early childhood education, recreational therapy or related degree

• 1 year of relevant experience working with the appropriate population served (geriatric, TBI, children, teenagers, or volunteers) and in the appropriate setting (long term care, children's hospital) - Based on Spectrum Health entity and department as appropriate

• 1 year of relevant experience program planning and development

• Familiarity with music, crafts, exercise and group leadership- Based on Spectrum Health entity and department as appropriate

• CRT-Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, Certified (CTRS) - NCTRC National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification Upon Hire preferred

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Kent Community Campus Building Only - 750 Fuller Ave - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Recreational Therapy - RNC Cedar

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

20

Hours of Work

8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.