Recreation Assistant

Shelby American, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Pittsburgh is seeking a Recreation Therapy professional to enhance program participation and provide personal care for elderly Participants. The role involves planning activities, encouraging engagement, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure a supportive environment. Join a dedicated team focused on maintaining independence and quality of life for frail older adults.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience in a Recreation Department with the elderly.
• Minimum of 2 years healthcare experience with personal care.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to planning and success of Recreation Therapy.
• Encourages Participants to engage in activities.
• Provides basic personal care services.

Skills

Recreation

Collaboration

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About LIFE Pittsburgh

LIFE Pittsburgh, a growing nonprofit organization with approximately 400 employees, is a community-based alternative to nursing home care and assisted living. Through the LIFE Pittsburgh program, frail older adults can remain in their own homes and receive a coordinated plan of care that enables them to maintain independence and enjoy a safe, active life in the community. Our health teams, including geriatric physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, rehabilitation specialists, and other healthcare professionals, assess Participants' needs and desires, plan and approve services with them and their families or caregivers, monitor for changes, and provide timely interventions. Primary care and community services are delivered through our Day Health Centers and in-home programs tailored to each Participant's needs.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Rich Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match, vested immediately
• Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement for further education
• Paid Time Off – increases with each pay period and rolls over into the new year

Description

PLANNING: Contributes to the planning and success of the Recreation Therapy component by collaborating with the CTRS/Operations Manager regarding Participant interests, involvement, and ideas for increasing program participation. Provides information to assist in developing and revising Participant assessments and care plans.

PREPARATION: Escorts Participants to and from activities; organizes and maintains recreation equipment following manufacturer instructions; prepares equipment in advance; stores equipment properly after use; maintains a clean and organized activity area; documents attendance and participation levels as required.

DELIVERY: Under supervision of the CTRS, encourages Participants to engage in activities; leads or conducts activities such as sports, dramatics, games, arts, and crafts, adapting as needed; exercises judgment to modify plans to keep Participants interested; collaborates with the Rehab Department on gross motor exercises; maintains appropriate staff-to-Participant ratios per policy and regulations.

PERSONAL CARE: Provides basic personal care services, including feeding, toileting, and assistance with ADLs; reports physical, cognitive, emotional, or health changes to Nursing, CTRS, or Recreation Supervisor; maintains cooperative relationships with team members; reports Participant changes promptly for team awareness.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience in a Recreation Department working with the elderly or frail; or a minimum of 2 years of healthcare experience involving personal care with the frail or elderly population; demonstrated ability or training in recreation is required.