Recreation Assistant

Apple Rehab; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

401K

Longevity Credit

Job summary

Ledgecrest Health Care Center in Berlin, CT seeks a Recreation Assistant to support the Therapeutic Recreation Director in delivering engaging programs for residents, in compliance with federal, state and local standards.

The role develops and implements therapeutic activities, coordinates volunteers, respects Residents’ Bill of Rights, and helps sustain a warm, resident-centered environment with attentive care.

Qualifications

• Must have a vehicle and a valid drivers’ license and a safe driving record.
• Ability to provide rotating weekend coverage of recreation activities.
• Possess at least one year experience in rehabilitative or geriatric setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of therapeutic recreational services to all residents with supervision in accordance with federal, state and local standards.
• Develop a full range of therapeutic recreational programs and activities for all residents, considering physical and emotional limitations and individual interests.
• Observe religious days, holidays and celebrations when planning events; establish volunteer programs and intergenerational activities.
• Encourage resident participation in activities and ensure observance of Residents’ Bill of Rights; report grievances to supervisor.

Job description

Ledgecrest Health Care Center, is a 51 bed skilled nursing community located in Berlin CT. Easily accessible from Route 91 and 15, Ledgecrest Health Care Center has an excellent community reputation and historically strong census. Ledgecrest has been recognized as the best nursing home by the U.S. News and World Report, Short-Term Rehabilitation 2020-2021. We take pride in our familial environment, decades of staff longevity, and our commitment to quality care which sets us apart from our competitors.

Apple Rehab is a family owned and operated company that treats residents and staff like family too. Our expert team of senior management is located at our home office, right in Avon, CT, ensuring superior care from a local company. Our leadership is not across the country, but rather in your backyard.

Job Description

Together with the Therapeutic Recreation Director, the Recreation Assistant assists in the development and execution of therapeutic recreational services to all residents with supervision in accordance with federal, state and local standards. Helps ensure the highest quality recreation program is provided.

The Recreation Assistant assists in the development of a full range of therapeutic recreational programs and activities for all residents with appropriate concern for residents’ physical and emotional limitations, and individual interests. Ensures observance of religious days, social events, national holidays and traditional celebrations when planning residents’ calendar of events. Utilizes community support in establishing volunteer programs and intergenerational events. Encourages resident participation in therapeutic recreational activities. Carries out activities appropriate to resident’s level of functioning.

The Recreation Assistant knows and complies with the Residents’ Bill of Rights. Through Resident Council, advises and instructs the residents on issues and changes pertaining to Residents Bill of Rights and their responsibilities. Maintains confidentiality and privacy in reporting of Resident Council minutes and care plan issues. Reports immediately to supervisor all resident grievances and complaints. Fosters feeling of self-worth and respect by treating residents with kindness and understanding.

Minimum Requirements

• Must have a vehicle and a valid drivers’ license and a safe driving record.
• Ability to provide rotating weekend coverage of recreation activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess at least one year experience in rehabilitative or geriatric setting.

Benefits

Apple Rehab offers an attractive benefit package for employees of 30 hours or greater that may include the following:

• Scholarships and career growth opportunities
• 4 Weeks Paid Time Off
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Health Insurance Benefits
• Call-a-Doc / 24-7 MD telephone service
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• 401K Retirement Program
• Longevity Credit