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Description
An Activities Assistant organizes and participates in person-centered activity programming, including one to one interventions, small region facilitation and large region presentations. Capable of documenting individual participation and value of approaches in medical record. Must demonstrate creativity and strong interest in engaging with residents/patients.
Essential Functions
Other Functions
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Requirements
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Licenses/Certification
Certified Recreation Therapist, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or Activity Assistant Certified (NCCAP or state-specific) preferred.
Experience
Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.
Prefer minimum of 500 hours of experience in activity programming in any setting prior to hire. Different combination of education/experience may qualify, depending on state requirements.
Note: All employees of Cascadia Healthcare are required to submit and be cleared to work in the facility per each
state’s specific background check requirements prior to contact with patients/residents.
Full Time
$26k-33k (estimate)
10/13/2023
04/12/2024
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