What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapeutic Recreation Assistant position at Complete Care - Connecticut?
- Full Time
- Weekends- Every Saturday & 1 Evening per Week
- Therapeutic Recreation Degree Desired
- Long Term Care Experience Preferred
Why work for us?
- You will have the opportunity to build a career with an established, highly successful organization in a caring and compassionate environment and utilize all your nursing skills daily.
- You will develop deep personal relationships with patients and their families.
- We are committed to your growth and success- that is why we offer an excellent orientation, training, and development programs.
- Receive a competitive salary and benefits package.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and participate in activities like games, crafts, exercise sessions, and other group programs.
- Provide one-on-one activities or modifications as needed based on individual resident assessments and care plans.
- Assist with activity planning and scheduling.
- Communicate with residents, families, and staff about activities and programs.
- TRD (Therapeutic Recreation Degree) preferred but not required.
- Graduate of an accredited high school or GED preferred.
- Ability to lead group programs.
- Ability to work independently or part of a group.
- Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.
- Knowledge of elderly ill and/or disabled.
Complete Care at Glendale is an equal opportunity employer.