Therapeutic Recreation Assistant

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, VA Long Beach Healthcare System, seeks a Recreation Assistant to support the Geriatrics and Extended Care Service in Long Beach, California.

This role emphasizes active involvement in recreation activities for veterans and requires proficiency in English and a valid driver's license. Candidates should meet education and experience standards, including a four-year degree or equivalent combination, and be prepared to document

Qualifications

• Experience leading recreation activities or groups for adults or children.
• Background in organizing activities calendars and attendance records.
• Ability to provide information on schedules and activities for participants.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing recreation activities and calendars.
• Provide information on schedules and activities.
• Lead groups in therapeutic and free-choice recreation activities.
• Document progress of participants as needed.

Skills

Group leadership

Counseling

Recreation programs

Education

Bachelor's degree

24 semester hours in recreation/physical education

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration, VA Long Beach Healthcare System, seeks a Recreation Assistant to support the Geriatrics and Extended Care Service in Long Beach, California.

This role emphasizes active involvement in recreation activities for veterans and requires proficiency in English and a valid driver's license. Candidates should meet education and experience standards, including a four-year degree or equivalent combination, and be prepared to document