Recreation Therapy Aide

Masonicare; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Masonicare is seeking a Per Diem Recreation Aide at Greenridge Place in Rocky Hill, CT to develop and implement a variety of programs for residents. The role emphasizes social, physical, and cognitive engagement through group activities, special events, and individual interactions.

Responsibilities include creating activity plans, encouraging participation, logging activity participation, and attending required meetings or training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to assist with resident activities and mobility equipment.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement activity plans for residents, in groups or one-to-one. Modify programs to meet individual needs.
• Encourage resident participation and maintain participation logs.
• Attend meetings and educational sessions as mandated.
• Evening and weekend hours may be required.
• Plan and accompany residents on out trips.
• Follow universal precautions and MSDS guidelines.
• Review evaluations on new residents as directed by the Recreation Manager.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Masonicare at Greenridge Place - Rocky Hill, CT

Per Diem

“We are committed to supporting our employees with competitive pay, matching 401K retirement plan, work-life balance, and career growth opportunities.”

Develop and implement a variety of recreation programs and services to residents that are socially, physically and cognitively stimulating.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Create and implement activity plans for residents, in the way of small groups, special events and entertainment. Motivates residents for participation in either planned groups or on a one-to-one basis. Programs should be modified accordingly to meet the individual needs of residents.
• Encourage resident participation and provide escort if necessary. Maintain participation logs for programs.
• Attends meetings as required. Participate in educational programs and in‑services as mandated.
• Evening and weekend hours possible.
• Plan and/or accompany residents on out trips.
• Understands and follows universal precautions an MSDS books.
• Review evaluation on new residents completed by Manager Recreation

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Other: Pushing/pulling wheelchairs, climbing ladder (i.e.: decorating), using push carts for decorations or supplies, extensive standing/walking. Working under quarantine, universal precautions, occasional long hours, ongoing exposure to resident behaviors
• Per Diem