Recreation assistant ( Tai-Chi instructor) Fee Basis

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in West Palm Beach, FL seeks a Fee Basis Tai Chi Instructor to lead tai chi and qigong classes, provide wellness education, and promote patient well-being.

The instructor will develop instructional materials for home practice, arrange equipment, and coordinate with staff to schedule events and maintain program calendars.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or eligible for appointment per VA policy.
• Ability to conduct tai chi and qigong well-being classes.
• Develop educational materials for home practice and self-care.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct tai chi and qigong classes.
• Develop and share written instructional material for home practice.
• Set up equipment and ensure class areas are clean and safe.
• Coordinate with staff to schedule activities and manage calendar.

Skills

Tai Chi

Qigong

Instruction

Wellness education

Job description

Summary

Note: The utilization of Fee Basis appointments is centered on the service needs rather than a specified tour of duty. ***** Selected candidates can expect to make up to $80 per group facilitated.**** West Pal Beach VA is seeking a Fee Basis Tai/chi Instructor . The candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive patient histories - examinations - diagnoses - and treatments of medical conditions

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
• Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/
• Physical Requirements: Must pass a pre-employment physical examination as required by VA Handbook 5019
• This examination is administered by VA Occupational Health
• This position requires moderate lifting up to 44 lbs. - carrying objects up to 15 lbs. - frequent reaching above shoulder - use of fingers - hands and legs - use of cranes and motor vehicles - walking & standing up to 8 hours - bending and climbing and able to hear whisper
• The incumbent must be physically - emotionally and mentally stable in order to efficiently perform the essential functions of this position without hazard to themselves or others.

Duties

• This is an open continuous announcement that will remain open until filled
• Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis
• Eligible applicants will be referred each week for consideration until a selection is made
• Duties include but not limited to the following
• Tai Chi/Qigong Instructors are responsible for independently conducting tai chi and qigong well-being classes
• Tai Chi/Qigong Instructors develop and share educational information including written instruction for 'at home' and 'self-care' practices with class participants
• They prepare and set up tai chi and/or qigong equipment to support scheduled events and activities ensuring that class areas are clean - safe and set according to procedures
• They are responsible for planning and coordinating with other staff members the details of tai chi/qigong activities to make maximum use of facilities - services and other resources (for example - maintaining a calendar of events)
• They may develop a calendar or schedule of classes for participants based on facility needs
• Tai Chi/Qigong Instructors conduct regular inventories and ensure that all supply and equipment requirements are identified/justified and requested through proper channels and that any equipment/facility problems are reported to the management team
• Tai Chi/Qigong Instructors may develop promotional material based on current research that informs healthcare providers and patients about the benefits of tai chi and/or qigong to encourage participation
• They are also responsible for identifying and sharing with patients the tai chi and/or qigong resources that are available in the local community
• Tai Chi/Qigong Instructors act as mentors to Tai Chi and/or Qigong Instructor trainees and new employees
• Communicate effectively with leadership with issues surrounding tai chi and/or qigong and discuss program progress related to utilization - patient outcomes - satisfaction - etc
• Instructors evaluate the effectiveness of ongoing tai chi/qigong programs from the standpoint of participant response - resources - unforeseen developments and program objectives in order to develop best practices.