Recreation Specialist-Veterans Assistance-Nursing Facility-Harrison Co.

Nature of Work

• This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system. ***
  
  

Carry out daily scheduled activities along with one-on-one interaction with residents. Must be able to assist in facility functions and out of facility activities such as shopping, trips, movie outings, lunch trips etc. Implements weekly and monthly activities to provide structural groups or individual recreation for residents. Instructs groups in sports, arts and crafts and other group functions such as board games, cards, etc. Ensures quality of life for residents by providing individual interest to each resident. Inspects the area of recreation and equipment for safety. Gathers and dispenses equipment, material, and supplies for activities. Documents residents’ participation and behavior. Plans individual activities to reduce behaviors. May drive buses or vans to various activities. Carries out instructions by Director of Activities. Encourage residents to attend and participate in daily activities.

Posting Number: VANF26034

Position Numbers: 0613P00261, 0613P00289

Harrison County

2 vacancies

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Minimum Qualifications

Training: Successful completion of sixty (60) semester hours from an accredited college or university with at least eighteen (18) hours in health, physical education, recreation, arts or therapeutic recreation.

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Substitution: Full-time or equivalent part-time paid or volunteer experience in the area of health, physical education, recreation, or arts may substitute for the required training at a rate of one (1) year for every thirty (30) semester hours.

OR

Registration as an Activity Professional Certified (APC) by the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals or Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification.

Special Requirements: Must possess a valid class D drivers license or be willing to get one within the first month of employment.

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Other Information

This position is for evening shift 11am - 9pm and every other weekend

State employment offers a variety of benefits. Click HERE to visit the Division of Personnel's Benefits Page.

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