Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Hebrew Center for Health & Rehabilitation; West Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Activities Assistant to enrich the lives of seniors through engaging recreational activities. This part-time role is perfect for someone with a compassionate heart and a desire to foster a lively community atmosphere. You will collaborate with the Activities Director to create meaningful experiences that enhance the quality of life for residents. Join a supportive team where your creativity and dedication will make a real difference in the lives of aging guests and their families. Embrace the opportunity for personal and professional growth in a nurturing environment that values kindness and excellence.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

10% defined contribution retirement plan

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Compassionate and empathetic nature with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement recreational and therapeutic activities for residents.
• Engage residents in arts, crafts, and games.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Compassion

Creativity

Education

Experience in Long-Term Care or Senior Living

Job description

A Great Place to Work

Hebrew is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

What You'll Do:

Part-Time

As an Activities Assistant, you have a crucial role in planning and implementing a variety of recreational and therapeutic activities. Your creative ideas and enthusiasm will contribute to fostering a positive and lively atmosphere for our residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning, organizing, and executing a diverse range of activities for residents
• Engage residents in arts and crafts, games, music, and other recreational programs
• Collaborate with the Activities Director to develop and implement a monthly activities calendar
• Provide one-on-one support for residents who may need additional assistance
• Foster a sense of community and social interaction among residents
• Document and maintain records of residents' participation in activities

If you are passionate about creating positive and engaging experiences for seniors and have the creativity to organize a variety of activities, we invite you to join our team. Make a real difference in people's lives in an environment where compassion, care and expertise come together!

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Hebrew team enjoys:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of an Activities Assistant include:

• Previous experience in a Long-Term Care or senior living setting is preferred but not required - training will be provided
• Compassionate and empathetic nature
• Interest in the therapeutic needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Ability to read, write and comprehend English
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.