Therapeutic Recreation Assistant — Senior Living

Apple Rehab Inc; East Haven (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships

Career growth

PTO 4 weeks

7 holidays

Disability

Health insurance

MD hotline

EAP

Life Insurance

401K

Longevity credit

Job summary

Apple Rehab Laurel Woods in East Haven, CT, seeks a dedicated Recreation Assistant to assist in developing and executing therapeutic recreational services for residents, under supervision, in line with federal, state and local standards.

You will help create a full calendar of activities, observe Residents' Bill of Rights, encourage participation, and support volunteers and intergenerational events while tailoring activities to residents' abilities and interests.

Qualifications

• Must have a vehicle, valid driver's license, and a safe driving record.
• Ability to provide weekend coverage of recreation activities.
• Preferred: at least one year experience in rehabilitative or geriatric setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and execution of therapeutic recreational services for residents.
• Support volunteer programs and intergenerational events while ensuring Residents Bill of Rights compliance.

Skills

Driver's license

Weekend availability

Education

Experience in rehabilitative/geriatric setting

Job description

Apple Rehab Laurel Woods in East Haven, CT, seeks a dedicated Recreation Assistant to assist in developing and executing therapeutic recreational services for residents, under supervision, in line with federal, state and local standards.

You will help create a full calendar of activities, observe Residents' Bill of Rights, encourage participation, and support volunteers and intergenerational events while tailoring activities to residents' abilities and interests.