What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreational Therapy Assistant position at Huron Valley PACE?
Description
Schedule: Full Time | 40 hours per week | Monday - Friday | 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Department: Day Center | Ypsilanti, MI
What You'll Do In This Role:
The Recreational Therapy Aide plays an important role in creating meaningful experiences that enrich the lives of our participants every day. Working alongside the Recreational Therapy team, you'll help plan and lead fun, engaging activities that promote physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being. From encouraging meaningful connections to supporting independence and enhancing quality of life, you'll make a lasting impact while helping participants stay active, engaged, and connected.
Key Responsibilities
Activity Planning & Execution
- Assist with planning and leading engaging recreational and therapeutic activities, including games, crafts, music, exercise, outings, and special events.
- Support individualized and group programs, including dementia-specific activities, that promote participants' physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being.
- Collaborate with the Recreational Therapy team to develop activity calendars and provide input on programming based on participants' interests, abilities, and needs.
Participant Engagement & Support
- Encourage and support participant engagement by creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone can actively participate and enjoy activities.
- Adapt activities to meet individual physical and cognitive needs while escorting participants safely to activities and community outings.
- Collaborate with the care team to promote meaningful participation and serve as a resource for participant engagement and recreational programming.
Environment & Supplies Management
- Set up and clean activity areas before and after programs.
- Maintain general order in recreation and activity spaces.
- Conduct routine supply inventory and assist in ordering materials for the department.
Documentation & Communication
- Maintain accurate attendance records for all activities.
- Document participation and behavioral changes in the participant’s medical record, as required.
- Observe and report notable changes in participants behavior or participation to Recreational Therapist or clinical staff.
The above is a summary of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties this position will be required to perform. If selected for the position you will receive a full job description.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Ability to lift and move objects weighting up to 35 pounds without assistance.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working with the elderly.
- CPR Certification within 6 months of employment.
Job Benefits
- Career Growth & Development – Take your career to the next level with our tuition assistance programs and educational scholarships.
- Wellness Program & Reimbursement – Prioritize your health and well-being, reimbursed $120 a year!
- Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Team Members – Enjoy Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance starting on the 1st of the month after 30 days of hire.
- Retirement Savings Plan – Secure your future with employer contributions.
- Daily Pay –Instantly transfer your daily earnings.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – Includes 6 Paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays.
- Team Member Referral Bonus Program – Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team!
ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT
Brio Living Services is committed to offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, please contact us at loveyourcareer@mybrio.org.
BRIO LIVING SERVICES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Brio Living Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or genetics in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
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