Recreational Therapy Assistant - Day Shift (Geriatric)

Ascension; Avilla (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched retirement (403b)

Pro-rated PTO and holidays

Tuition assistance & professional dev.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Legal and pet insurance options

Job summary

Ascension in Avilla, IN is seeking a Recreational Therapist for the Sacred Heart Village on-site, full-time. The role focuses on assessing activity needs to support treatment goals and facilitating engaging, therapeutic activities in a clean, safe environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating activity-related projects, handling clerical tasks, and supporting geriatric care as part of a dedicated team within a Catholic healthcare system that offers diverse benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Required Credential(s): None Required.
• Preferred Credential(s): BLS Provider (AHA or Red Cross accepted).
• Heart Saver AED (AHA or Red Cross accepted).

Responsibilities

• Conducts assessment of activity needs to meet individual treatment goals and objectives.
• Facilitates and participates in activity-related projects and events.
• Keeps treatment area clean, safe, and organized.
• Performs clerical tasks as assigned.

Skills

Assessment

Activity planning

Clerical tasks

Education

High School diploma equivalency

1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience

None Required

Job description

Ascension in Avilla, IN is seeking a Recreational Therapist for the Sacred Heart Village on-site, full-time. The role focuses on assessing activity needs to support treatment goals and facilitating engaging, therapeutic activities in a clean, safe environment.

Responsibilities include coordinating activity-related projects, handling clerical tasks, and supporting geriatric care as part of a dedicated team within a Catholic healthcare system that offers diverse benefits and growth opportunities.