Recreation Assistant / Full Time

NHC Careers • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

NHC Place at the Trace, an assisted living community, is seeking an enthusiastic, self-motivated Recreation Assistant. The role supports the Recreation Director in assessing residents’ activity interests and needs and providing therapeutic and individualized programs that promote physical, social, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being in an atmosphere of fun and enjoyment. The assistant also supports positive relationships with residents, families, community members, and other partners, and contributes to newsletters, fundraising projects, and required meetings and in-services. The position requires patience, flexibility, organization, creativity, professionalism, and the ability to work with older adults.

Requirements

• High school degree or GED.
• Ability to work with elderly patients or residents.
• Willingness to learn new ideas and skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work as a team player.
• Ability to work with partners, family members, and the community.
• Patience, good organizational skills, assertiveness, and conscientiousness.
• Self-sufficiency and creativity.
• Professional appearance.
• Flexibility in working hours to provide weekend or evening programs.
• Able to be on feet for 2–5 hours daily.
• Able to move throughout the center without assistance.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Be respectful and supportive of the supervisor.
• Assist the Recreation Director in assessing each patient’s activity interests and needs.
• Assist the Recreation Director in providing therapeutic programs that meet each patient’s individual needs.
• Help provide activities addressing patients’ physical, social, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs, including individualized one-to-one programs.
• Support good public relations with the community, partners, patients, and families.
• Follow NHC standards and the 20 Better Way Promises.
• Follow HIPAA regulations and applicable state, federal, company, and center requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Follow the weekly work schedule and be prepared and punctual.
• Support the center newsletter and fundraising projects.
• Attend and support required in-services and partner meetings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED