Recreational Therapy Assistant - Per Diem

Geisinger • Lewistown, PA

11d

About The Position

Works under the direction and supervision of a Recreation Therapist to create, implement, lead, and adapt activities so participants have positive experiences in group and individual activities. The role works with the Recreation Therapist to plan and lead therapeutic activities, adapts activities to support participant success, and helps maintain activity schedules, attendance records, and recreational supplies. It also collaborates with Personal Care Assistants and assists with participants’ personal care needs as needed to support their safety and comfort. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Employees are accountable for meeting job-specific obligations and following organizational policies and procedures; department-specific orientation competencies may also be essential to the role.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Communication, patient safety, patients’ rights, and therapeutic treatment skills.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of related work experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and lead therapeutic activities for participants in large and small groups in conjunction with the Recreation Therapist.
• Adapt activities so individual participants can be successful in programs.
• Assist with developing the monthly activities calendar and daily activities schedule, and ensure the schedule is posted.
• Document daily attendance and note participants’ progress or decline in program involvement.
• Assist with purchasing, organizing, and storing recreational supplies.
• Maintain the inventory and distribution of participant name tags, including tags coded with information about assistance needs, wandering risk, and dietary restrictions.
• Collaborate with Personal Care Assistants assigned to activities and assist with personal care needs as needed to promote participant safety and comfort.
• Comply with job-specific obligations and organizational policies and procedures.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
• Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
• Employee Assistance Program, including referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet care; free legal guidance; mental health visits; work-life support; and digital self-help tools.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program.
• Healthcare benefits, including vision and dental, for full-time and part-time positions from day one; domestic partners are included.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED