Veterans Recreation Therapy Assistant I

State of Colorado; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons in Aurora, CO, seeks a Therapy Assistant I to plan, organize, and facilitate programs addressing residents’ cultural, social, educational, recreational, psychological, physical, and spiritual needs. You will promote personal enjoyment and a sense of belonging while supporting restoration to self-care and optimal psychosocial functioning.

As a Therapy Assistant I, you will design daily recreational activities, develop neighborhood calendars,

Responsibilities

• Design and facilitate engaging daily recreational programs tailored to meet the unique needs of the residents, including cognitive, physical, spiritual, and creative activities.
• Develop comprehensive neighborhood activity calendars for supervisor approval, ensuring a robust and varied schedule of events.
• Deliver compassionate 1-on-1 therapeutic programming (e.g., sensory stimulation, artistic expression, wheelchair walks) aligned with Clinical Therapist care plans.
• Diligently track and document daily program attendance, activity refusals, independent pursuits, and therapeutic goal responses.
• Coordinate event schedules, locations, and special requests seamlessly with nursing, dietary, laundry, and housekeeping departments.
• Source necessary program supplies and responsibly manage the department purchasing card within established budgets and state guidelines.
• Organize, conduct, and safely supervise off-site excursions and community outings chosen by the residents.
• Actively participate in staff and committee meetings while completing required Cornerstone and Relias training modules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Colorado Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons in Aurora, CO, seeks a Therapy Assistant I to plan, organize, and facilitate programs addressing residents’ cultural, social, educational, recreational, psychological, physical, and spiritual needs. You will promote personal enjoyment and a sense of belonging while supporting restoration to self-care and optimal psychosocial functioning.

As a Therapy Assistant I, you will design daily recreational activities, develop neighborhood calendars,