TR Assistant (Life Enrichment) FT

Join Our Team at Cedarbrook Senior Care & Rehab!At Cedarbrook Senior Care & Rehab, our mission, proudly embraced by our team since 2006, is to provide compassionate and individualized care to our residents and their families. We are dedicated to being 'A Community with Heart,' offering exceptional service and support to those who entrust us with their senior care needs. When Lehigh County families choose Cedarbrook, they choose a commitment to excellence and personalized attention.Job Title: Full-Time Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Assistant (Life Enrichment)Location: Allentown (Operated by County of Lehigh)Compensation:Base Pay: $22.87/hourafter 3p shift differential $2.00/hourWeekend Differential: $2.00/hr extra on weekendsTherapeutic Recreation Assistant – Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement therapeutic recreation programs tailored to long-term care residents.Set up, adjust, and maintain activity equipment and supplies.Lead group and individual resident activities; bring programming to room-bound residents as needed.Observe resident participation and response; document progress and report findings to supervisory staff.Maintain accurate records, charts, and reports related to activities and resident engagement.Demonstrate therapeutic activities; assist with training, guiding, and overseeing volunteers.Support residents with activity-related needs and offer solutions for individualized challenges.Transport residents to and from activity areas.Prepare rooms and equipment for programs; assist with inventory management.Perform related duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Understanding of therapeutic recreation principles, goals, and practices in long-term care.Knowledge of activity programming methods, resident engagement techniques, and therapeutic interventions.Awareness of physical, mental, emotional, and social factors affecting geriatric residents.Familiarity with regulations governing therapeutic recreation in nursing facilities.Ability to plan, schedule, and review work performed by volunteers and support personnel.Skill in assessing resident needs and documenting progress.Ability to build effective working relationships with residents, staff, families, and community partners.Strong ability to maintain thorough and accurate activity records.Minimum Requirements:Candidates must meet at least ONE of the following:At least 5 years of substantiated experience working in:Long-term Care Activities,Therapeutic Recreation, orLife Enrichment Department.ORA BS in Therapeutic Recreation.ORA valid therapeutic recreation or activities certification (A.D.C. or A.P.C. through NCCAP).➡️ If multiple candidates meet one of the criteria, seniority at Cedarbrook will determine selection.Ready to Make a Difference?If you are driven by a mission to provide quality healthcare and want to be part of a team that values community, compassion, and excellence, text "Receptionist-Cedarbrook" to 484-484-3230. Join us at Cedarbrook and help us continue to be a lifeline for our community, ensuring that everyone receives the care they deserve.Comprehensive Benefits for FT & RPT Employees:Plan for a Secure Future: At Cedarbrook, your retirement is in good hands. As part of the Lehigh County Pension Plan, you can look forward to enjoying your retirement with a stable and reliable income, giving you peace of mind for the years ahead. Does your current job do that for you?Low-cost health, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.Learn more here and scroll to the bottom to check out Pension examples - https://www.lehighcounty.org/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-BenefitsMedical flexible spending account.Generous paid time off, including vacation, personal days, and sick time.Additional Reward Days for excellent attendance.Paid holidays: 12 for full-time, 6 for regular part-time.Tuition reimbursement program.Group life insurance.

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