TRD Therapeutic Recreation Assistant — Part Time

Complete Care Management; Colchester (CT); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Complete Care in Connecticut is hiring a Therapeutic Recreation Assistant to lead and participate in activities for residents, including games, crafts, and exercise sessions, with care plans guiding individual needs.

You will work both independently and with a team, scheduling activities, communicating with residents and families, and ensuring high-quality care in a compassionate setting. The role may involve long hours during weekends and requires flexibility to support residents' well-being.

Qualifications

• TRD degree preferred but not required.
• Graduation from high school or GED preferred.
• Ability to lead group programs.
• Ability to work independently or in a group.
• Ability to make independent decisions when needed.
• Kindness toward elderly residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in activities like games, crafts, exercise sessions, and other group programs.
• Provide one-on-one activities or modifications as needed based on resident assessments and care plans.
• Assist with activity planning and scheduling.
• Communicate with residents, families, and staff about activities and programs.

Skills

Group facilitation

Independent work

Communication

Patient interaction

Education

Therapeutic Recreation Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Complete Care in Connecticut is hiring a Therapeutic Recreation Assistant to lead and participate in activities for residents, including games, crafts, and exercise sessions, with care plans guiding individual needs.

You will work both independently and with a team, scheduling activities, communicating with residents and families, and ensuring high-quality care in a compassionate setting. The role may involve long hours during weekends and requires flexibility to support residents' well-being.