Therapeutic Recreation Assistant

About the Position

As a Therapeutic Recreation Assistant, you will provide therapeutic recreational opportunities and activities for residents which enhance their overall physical, mental, emotional, and psychosocial well-being. You will ensure that activities offered are individualized, meaningful, purposeful, and based on each resident's personal interests. This position requires experience creating recreational programs for elders, as well as experience working with individuals with dementia and/or memory loss.

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour, credit for experience

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Complete MDS Activities - Initial Review Assessment as assigned.
• Completed required documentation, including but not limited to the quarterly and annual activities participation review, daily attendance records, individual visit records, and MDS Section F.
• Plan, implement, lead, and evaluate activity programs, including transporting residents to/from programs.
• Contribute to and implement resident care plans. Attend and actively participate in resident care conferences when requested.
• Schedule and conduct outings for residents, including driving facility vehicles and buses safely.
• Plan programs involving groups from the outside community, including intergenerational programs.
• Contribute to the planning and development of monthly activity newsletters.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and review of programs.
• Keep activity areas clean and clutter-free, ensuring resident safety at all times.
• Prepare requests for supplies and requests for checks and submit to the Director of Therapeutic Recreation for approval.
• Obtain volunteers for programs as needed.
• Promotes harmonious relationships between TR staff, residents, families, volunteers, and other departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in developing and conducting activity and recreational programs in a skilled nursing setting is preferred
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid PA Driver's License in good standing
• Ability to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher)

About Us

Londonderry Village is a vibrant, active senior living community right in the heart of Palmyra, PA. Our beautiful campus is home to more than 620 residents across our independent living, personal care, and skilled nursing communities, and boasts a variety of amenities that are enjoyed by residents and staff alike.

For over thirty years, Londonderry Village has continued to provide a work environment where staff feel appreciated and recognized for their commitment to the residents who call our facility home. Individuals who would like to make a difference in the lives of others and feel a personal connection to the work they do find that both desires can be achieved at Londonderry Village.

Why pursue a career at Londonderry Village?

Our staff enjoy a wide range of onsite amenities, as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, and personal)
• 403(b) retirement plan w/company match
• Company-paid life insurance, accidental death, and short-term disability
• Company-paid health reimbursement account
• Wellness incentives for annual checkups
• Employee Assistance Program
• Onsite Wellness Center with gym, pool, and hot tub
• Onsite cafe, restaurant, and convenience store

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Evening shift

Application Question(s):

• Have you ever worked for Londonderry Village?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• developing recreational programs: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18