Recreation Worker, Uncertified

Prairie Mountain Health; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care organization in Virginia is seeking an activity/recreation worker to develop and implement programs aimed at fostering health and wellness among clients. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver engaging recreation activities. Responsibilities include planning program schedules, maintaining documentation, and ensuring safety during activities. Preferred qualifications include a Food Handler Training Certificate and extensive communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Two years of recent relevant experience working directly with clients.
• Must possess or obtain a Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1.
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs and information technology.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide recreation programs focused on client health and wellness.
• Organize and implement group activities.
• Maintain records/documentation of activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Flexibility

Education

Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1

Relevant experience in health care or recovery

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Qualifications

• Current Food Handler Training Certificate Level 1 or willing to obtain within 6 months
• Experience working with the elderly, physically and/or cognitively disabled
• Other combinations of suitable education and experience may be considered
• Two (2) years recent relevant experience working directly with clients in a health care or recovery environment
• Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as Internet applications and other Information Technology
• Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
• Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Ability to respect and promote confidentiality
• Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis
• Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population
• Ability to work effectively and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, clients and within interdisciplinary team

Position Summary

The activity/recreation worker will develop and provide recreation programs focused on promoting the health, wellness, and recovery (physical and mental) of the clients. The activity/recreation worker will work collaboratively and independently to provide services to the clients in partnership with clients, families and interdisciplinary team members in alignment with PMH vision, mission and values.

Responsibilities

Overview:

• Plans, organizes and implements activity & recreation programs for clients and participants.
• Organizes and implements group activities.
• Provides instruction for selected tasks to develop knowledge and abilities.
• Communicates information with interdisciplinary team members regarding client’s progress and revise plan as required.
• Develops and implements creative activities for individuals and groups based on client interests, needs and wishes.
• Engages with and work with external partners as appropriate for the development of activities/recreational events.
• Ensures activity/recreational events that clients participate in are client focused related to the physical and mental wellbeing of the client.
• Ensures that diagnosed or medical restrictions are followed during the activity/recreation event.
• Develops of the monthly recreation/activity calendar.
• Estimates, obtains and adapts space, equipment and supplies necessary to conduct scheduled activities.
• Completes appropriate records/documentation including statistics as required.
• Maintains activity program statistics and provides monthly reports.
• Ensures a sufficient inventory of supplies are available to meet the activity program requirements by maintaining records of supplies used, and requisitioning for replacements as needed.
• Assesses the potential for crisis situations and intervenes to de‑escalate/defuse situations.
• Ensures equipment is used safely, stored appropriately, and maintained in good working order.
• Other duties as assigned.