Therapeutic Recreation Assistant for Seniors

Apple Rehab Inc; Connecticut; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships

Career development opportunities

4 weeks paid time off

7 paid holidays

Health insurance

Short & long-term disability coverage

Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

401K retirement program

Longevity credit for dedicated service

Job summary

Apple Rehab Middletown is a 70-bed skilled nursing facility in Middletown, CT. The Therapeutic Recreation Assistant works with the Director to develop and implement therapeutic recreational services for all residents, with supervision, following federal, state, and local standards.

Responsibilities include creating a full range of programs, scheduling events around religious and community activities, encouraging participation, upholding Residents’ Bill of Rights, maintaining confidentiality,

Qualifications

• Must have a vehicle and a valid drivers’ license.
• Ability to provide rotating weekend coverage of recreation activities.
• Must have TRD.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development of a full range of therapeutic recreational programs and activities for all residents with appropriate concern for residents’ physical and emotional limitations, and individual interests.
• Ensures observance of religious days, social events, national holidays and traditional celebrations when planning residents’ calendar of events. Utilizes community support in establishing volunteer programs and intergenerational events.
• Encourages resident participation in therapeutic recreational activities. Carries out activities appropriate to resident’s level of functioning.
• Knows and complies with the Residents’ Bill of Rights. Through Resident Council, advises and instructs the residents on issues and changes pertaining to Residents Bill of Rights and their responsibilities.
• Maintains confidentiality and privacy in reporting of Resident Council minutes and care plan issues.
• Reports immediately to the supervisor all resident grievances and complaints.
• Fosters feeling of self-worth and respect by treating residents with kindness and understanding.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Reliable transportation

Weekend availability

TRD

Job description

Apple Rehab Middletown is a 70-bed skilled nursing facility in Middletown, CT. The Therapeutic Recreation Assistant works with the Director to develop and implement therapeutic recreational services for all residents, with supervision, following federal, state, and local standards.

Responsibilities include creating a full range of programs, scheduling events around religious and community activities, encouraging participation, upholding Residents’ Bill of Rights, maintaining confidentiality,