Recreation Assistant

Complete Care, Inc.; Groton (CT); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Complete Care, Inc. in Groton, CT, is seeking a Recreation Assistant to lead and participate in group activities, crafts, and exercise sessions for residents in long-term care. The role requires ability to implement individual modifications based on care plans and strong communication with families.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and be capable of independent work and decision-making. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lead group activities and adapt activities to residents.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to make independent decisions when required.
• Must communicate tactfully with residents, families, staff and visitors.
• Knowledge of elderly ill and/or disabled is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in activities such as games, crafts, exercise sessions, and other group programs.
• Provide one-on-one activities or modifications per resident assessments and care plans.
• Assist with activity planning and scheduling.
• Communicate with residents, families, and staff about activities and programs.

Skills

Lead group programs

Independent decision making

Independent work possible

Tactful communication

Elderly care knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Recreation Assistant

• 32hrs per Week
• Monthly Weekend Requirements
• Long Term Care Experience Required

At Complete Care at Groton, we approach every day with one goal: To improve the lives we touch through high-quality healthcare and extraordinary compassion.

Why work for us?

• You will have the opportunity to build a career with an established, highly successful organization in a caring and compassionate environment and utilize all your nursing skills daily.
• You will develop deep personal relationships with patients and their families.
• We are committed to your growth and success- that is why we offer an excellent orientation, training, and development programs.
• Receive a competitive salary and benefits package.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and participate in activities like games, crafts, exercise sessions, and other group programs.
• Provide one-on-one activities or modifications as needed based on individual resident assessments and care plans.
• Assist with activity planning and scheduling.
• Communicate with residents, families, and staff about activities and programs.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited high school or GED preferred.
• Ability to lead group programs.
• Ability to work independently or part of a group.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.
• Knowledge of elderly ill and/or disabled.

Complete Care at Groton is an equal opportunity employer.