Recreational Therapy Aide

Sunshine Terrace Foundation; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Sunshine Terrace Skilled Nursing Facility is seeking a compassionate Recreation Therapy Assistant to coordinate and deliver engaging activities for residents. This part-time role (30 hours/week) supports residents’ physical, social, emotional, spiritual, and cognitive well-being.

Responsibilities include planning daily activities, documenting participation, collaborating with staff, and transporting residents to outings as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Therapeutic Recreation Technician License required within 9 months of hire (licensing cost covered by Sunshine Terrace Foundation).
• Experience working with a geriatric population preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Foster positive and enthusiastic interactions with residents, families, and team members.
• Plan, prepare, and lead therapeutic recreational activities.
• Maintain accurate daily documentation of resident participation.
• Collaborate with the team to develop creative activity ideas tailored to resident needs.
• Conduct one-on-one interviews to assess resident interests and preferences.
• Assist with developing, updating, and documenting resident activity care plans and progress notes.
• Transport residents to community outings using a company vehicle, as appropriate.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of protected health information.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support department and facility needs.

Skills

Interpersonal

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Equivalent required

Job description

Recreation Therapy Assistant (30 Hours/Week)
Sunshine Terrace Skilled Nursing Facility
Shift: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Sunshine Terrace Skilled Nursing Facility is seeking an enthusiastic and compassionate Recreation Therapy Assistant to coordinate and deliver engaging therapeutic activities for our residents. This part-time position (30 hours per week) plays a vital role in enhancing residents' quality of life through meaningful recreational programming.

Position Summary

The Recreation Therapy Assistant plans, organizes, and implements daily therapeutic activities designed to meet the physical, social, emotional, spiritual, and cognitive needs of residents. This role works closely with residents, families, and staff to create a positive and supportive environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Foster positive and enthusiastic interactions with residents, families, and team members.

• Plan, prepare, and lead therapeutic recreational activities.

• Maintain accurate daily documentation of resident participation.

• Collaborate with the team to develop creative activity ideas tailored to resident needs.

• Conduct one-on-one interviews to assess resident interests and preferences.

• Assist with developing, updating, and documenting resident activity care plans and progress notes.

• Transport residents to community outings using a company vehicle, as appropriate.

• Maintain strict confidentiality of protected health information.

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support department and facility needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Therapeutic Recreation Technician License required within 9 months of hire (licensing cost covered by the Sunshine Terrace Foundation).

• Experience working with a geriatric population preferred but not required.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Supervision

Reports directly to the Recreation Therapy Director.

Sunshine Terrace Skilled Nursing Facility is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.