Recreation Assistant
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Job Location:
West Springfield, MA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 16 - 19
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Description:
Position Purpose:
The Recreation Assistant supports the planning implementation and evaluation of therapeutic recreational activities tailored to each participants care plan. This role enhances the participant experience through engaging programs that promote socialization physical activity and lifelong learning.
Key Responsibilities:
Demonstrate Trinity Healths Mission Vision Values and Guiding Behaviors in all interactions.
Create a warm welcoming environment for participants caregivers and staff.
Plan and lead group and individual activities including dementia-specific programming.
Support participants cognitive physical social and artistic development.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless activity delivery.
Maintain accurate documentation and assist in developing care plans and monthly calendars.
Monitor and manage recreational supplies and equipment.
Provide training and support to staff on recreational programming.
Develop quarterly newsletters for participants and caregivers.
Adhere to safety protocols including Universal Precautions.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum one year of experience with elderly or frail populations; training provided if less.
Preferred education/training in geriatrics or dementia care.
Strong communication skills (verbal written or ASL).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new software.
Excellent organizational problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities.
Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs and perform physical tasks as needed.
Join our compassionate team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our participants
Pay Range: $16.29-$19.14/hr
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Nursing Home Experience
- Swimming
- Assisted Living
- Computer Skills
- Microsoft Publisher
- Dementia Care
- Recreational Therapy
- Alzheimers Care
- Cash Handling
- Music Therapy
- Experience with Children
- Supervising Experience
About Company
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity ... View more
