What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Staff / Therapeutic Recreation Associate position at Brethren Village Retirement Community?
Description
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Brethren Village Retirement Community, in Lititz, PA, is seeking Therapeutic Recreation Associates for our Skilled Nursing Facility. This is a great opportunity for qualified individuals seeking experience in a healthcare environment and who will enjoy interacting with an older adult population.
The Therapeutic Recreation Associate helps coordinate a variety of fitness, recreation, and social activities for older adult Residents, to enhance their physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being. The Therapeutic Recreation Associate helps plan, schedule, lead, and evaluate activities for Residents, including Residents with cognitive or physical limitations, based on each Resident's needs and preferences. The Associate leads group activities, and conducts one-to-one activities with Residents. The Therapeutic Recreation Associate also evaluates and accurately documents health status, following standard protocols. The Therapeutic Recreation Associate works cooperatively with Certified Nurse Aides, Nurses, and other Therapeutic Recreation staff to meet the needs of each Resident.
The ability to safely push adult Residents in wheelchairs; lift and move fitness equipment; push equipment carts; stand and walk frequently during the 8-hour shift; and work outdoors on occasion is required.
Work Schedule
- Full-time , year-round, benefits-eligible : 40 hours per week, typically 8 hours per day; some early evening and weekend hours may be required (Brethren Village provides an extra $1.00 per hour for weekend work)
- Part-time : typically 12 to 32 hours per week, including early evenings and weekends
Requirements
Core Requirements :
Additional Requirements for this Position :
For the health and safety of all members of our community, Brethren Village maintains a drug-free, alcohol-free, and tobacco / smoke-free work environment.
Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a professional / employment reference check; verification of education and credentials as applicable to the position; a post-offer criminal background screen; a post-offer physical exam, drug screen, and TB test.
