Therapeutic Activities Aide

State of Vermont • Bennington, VT

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About The Position

The Vermont Veterans' Home is hiring a full-time Therapeutic Activities Aide in its Activities Division. The position sets up and leads recreational programs for Veterans and Members of VVH and assists them in attending events supported and funded by community service organizations, including fishing derbies, car shows, and picnics. The aide also assists with progress reports, daily paperwork, and data entry.

The schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., 40 hours per week, including every other weekend and holidays. The role involves collaboration and coordination and offers room for growth. Activities take place in an institutional setting with elderly and/or disabled residents, with extensive direct interaction. A valid motor vehicle operator's permit is required for transporting residents to and from activity events, and good physical health is required to provide physical assistance and move and transport residents. Candidates must meet applicable background investigation and licensing requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid motor vehicle operator's permit for transporting residents to and from activity events.
• Good physical health to render physical assistance and transport and move residents.
• Must pass applicable fingerprint-supported background investigations and background checks, including relevant criminal record, abuse registry, Office of Inspector General exclusion database, and motor vehicle driving record checks.
• Must meet Vermont Veterans’ Home licensing eligibility requirements; substantiated charges of abuse, neglect, or exploitation make a person ineligible.

Nice To Haves

• Past experience working in a nursing home, healthcare setting, or with older adults.
• Past experience facilitating therapeutic activities with groups of any age.

Responsibilities

• Set up and lead a variety of recreational programs for Veterans and Members of VVH.
• Assist Veterans and Members as they attend community-supported events, such as fishing derbies, car shows, and picnics.
• Assist with progress reports, daily paperwork, and data entry.
• Provide physical assistance and transport residents to and from activity events.

Benefits

• 80% State-paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• State defined benefit pension plan and deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

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