Recreation Assistant
About The Position
Apple Rehab Middletown is a 70 bed skilled nursing facility located in Middletown,CT. Our facility is easily accessible from route 9, minutes from downtown, and on the bus line. Our staff and residents enjoy spending time near our beautiful memorial garden in our large backyard. Our employees dedication and family-like relationships is what sets our building apart from others. As a family-owned and operated company, Apple Rehab prioritizes treating residents and staff like family. With our senior management based in our local Avon, CT office, we ensure superior care from a company deeply rooted in your community. Our leadership is not distant but right in your backyard, offering a supportive and collaborative environment.
Requirements
- Must have a vehicle and a valid drivers’ license and a safe driving record.
- Ability to provide rotating weekend coverage of recreation activities.
- Must have TRD
Nice To Haves
- Possess at least one year experience in rehabilitative or geriatric setting.
Responsibilities
- Assists in the development of a full range of therapeutic recreational programs and activities for all residents with appropriate concern for residents’ physical and emotional limitations, and individual interests.
- Ensures observance of religious days, social events, national holidays and traditional celebrations when planning residents’ calendar of events.
- Utilizes community support in establishing volunteer programs and intergenerational events.
- Encourages resident participation in therapeutic recreational activities.
- Carries out activities appropriate to resident’s level of functioning.
- Knows and complies with the Residents’ Bill of Rights.
- Through Resident Council, advises and instructs the residents on issues and changes pertaining to Residents Bill of Rights and their responsibilities.
- Maintains confidentiality and privacy in reporting of Resident Council minutes and care plan issues.
- Reports immediately to the supervisor all resident grievances and complaints.
- Fosters feeling of self-worth and respect by treating residents with kindness and understanding.
Benefits
- Scholarships and career development opportunities
- Generous 4 weeks of paid time off
- 7 paid holidays
- Health insurance benefits
- Short & long-term disability coverage
- Access to Call-a-Doc/24-7 MD telephone service
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life insurance coverage
- 401K retirement program
- Longevity credit for dedicated service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
