Job description

Must fulfill the goals and objectives of the Therapeutic Recreation Department, in regard to

resident rights, overall care and in the general working philosophy of the Therapeutic Recreation

Department, as well as professionally reflect the mission statement of the facility.

Assists in the development, coordination and execution of a wide range of activities for residents

to improve functioning, enhance self esteem, promote creativity and self expression, while

providing comfort, validation and reassurance. Functions as a member of the Interdisciplinary

Health Care Team in all areas related to the Therapeutic Recreation Department.

Qualifications:

- Bachelors Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, and/or 2 years experience working with

a diverse population, including geriatrics. Art, Music, Dance Therapy or related field

- Excellent oral and written communication, leadership, time management, decision

making and motivation skills (e)

- Able to address the psychosocial needs of residents (e)

- The ability to deal effectively and professionally with emotional residents, visitors or

family members (e)

- The ability to relate to geriatric, infirmed and sub-acute population including residents

55 years of age and younger.

- Must be able to read, write and speak the English language required, knowledge of

other language helpful (e)

- Must have knowledge of diverse programming to meet needs of residents

About us:

We are an EOE

IND2

Job Type: PT 9a-3p & 1 FT 9a-5p

Salary: $17.00 per hour

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Day shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

Courtland Avenue, Stamford: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

Recreation Aide Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Healthcare setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• Recreation Aide: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person