Therapeutic Recreation Assistant — Part Time

Central Maine Healthcare; Auburn (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Part Time Day shift Activity Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitative services at our facility. The role involves conducting therapeutic recreation activities under supervision and guiding patient participation to foster social interaction and learning during hospitalization and after discharge.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or an Associate's in Activity/ Recreational Therapy, with preference for an RTA or Activity Therapy Assistant

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Associates Degree in Activity, Recreational therapy or other related field.
• Recreational Therapy Assistant (RTA) or Activity Therapy Assistant Certificate preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year experience in Behavioral Healthcare, rehabilitative or SNF setting preferred.
• Behavioral Violence Prevention within 6 months of hire and maintain current annually.

Responsibilities

• Conducts recreational activities under supervision to facilitate rehabilitation.
• Directs patient participation in activities to promote sociability and learning during hospitalization and after discharge.
• Create an environment that supports patient potential, morale and reduces distress.

Skills

Recreational therapy

Activity therapy

Behavioral healthcare

Patient engagement

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree

Job description

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Part Time Day shift Activity Therapy Assistant to support rehabilitative services at our facility. The role involves conducting therapeutic recreation activities under supervision and guiding patient participation to foster social interaction and learning during hospitalization and after discharge.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or an Associate's in Activity/ Recreational Therapy, with preference for an RTA or Activity Therapy Assistant