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Recreation Therapy Aide (DAYS/EVENINGS) Job Location: Newington, Connecticut

Recreation Therapy Aide (DAYS/EVENINGS)

Masonicare at Middlewoods of Newington - Newington, CT

DAYS-EVENINGS SHIFT / 20hrs/wk / EVERY WEEKEND

Summary of Position: Develop and implement a variety of recreation programs and services to residents that are socially, physically and cognitively stimulating.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Create and implement activity plans for residents, in the way of small groups, special events and entertainment. Motivates residents for participation in either planned groups or on a one-to-one basis. Programs should be modified accordingly to meet the individual needs of residents.

2. Encourage resident participation and provide escort if necessary. Maintain participation logs for programs.

3. Attends meetings as required. Participate in educational programs and in-services as mandated.

4. Evening and weekend hours possible.

5. Plan and/or accompany residents on out trips.

6. Understands and follows universal precautions an MSDS books.

7. Review evaluation on new residents completed by Manager Recreation

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School or equivalent

Experience: N/A

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Public Service License

Other: Pushing/pulling wheelchairs, climbing ladder (i.e.: decorating), using push carts for decorations or supplies, extensive standing/walking. Working under quarantine, universal precautions, and occasional long hours.

Key Competencies:

Provides care and services that demonstrate behaviors and the principles of person-centered care including affording people dignity, respect and compassion, offering coordinated care, support and treatment and care that is personalized.

This description of job responsibilities is intended to reflect the essential responsibilities and duties of the job, but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

Job ID: 12818

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