What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Assistant (Mon-Fri ONLY) position at Insight Memory Care Center?
The Recreation Assistant position works Monday to Friday from 9:30am-5:30pm. No evening, weekend or holiday work is required!
Want to join an organization that provides positive work-life balance and offers a positive, fun team environment? Apply to join us as a fulltime Recreation Assistant!
Insight Memory Care Center is seeking a Full Time Recreation Assistant to be responsible for day-to-day programming for day center program participants in all stages of dementia. The Recreation Assistant will be responsible for assessing current participant needs, planning and development of programs, facilitating programing and ongoing evaluation of programming offerings in coordination with the Director of Recreation. The Recreation Assistant is also responsible for fostering a team-focused environment as well as practicing Person Centered Care for all participants in their programming and care needs. This position will also help participants with completing activities of daily living while at the Day Center.
Qualified Candidates should have experience working with individuals with dementia as well as experience working in a recreation/programming setting. Ideal education for candidates could include studies in recreation therapy, art therapy, music therapy, gerontology, etc.
Insight Memory Care Center is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit whose mission is to provide specialized care, support and education for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other memory impairments, their families, caregivers, and the community through our adult day health and resource center. Serving Northern Virginia since 1984, IMCC offers a spectrum of holistic care, education and support, with a vision of a community where those affected by memory impairments can achieve the highest quality of life. IMCC also provides a safe and therapeutic environment for people in all stages of dementia. A vital part of IMCC is providing a well-rounded therapeutic recreation program that meets the physical, cognitive and social needs of each participant.
To learn more visit: www.InsightMCC.org
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