Therapeutic Activities Worker

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia County, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This role lets you brighten the lives of residents through meaningful and engaging programs. You will help create experiences that build connection, purpose, and joy. Join the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and make each day count for the people who served our nation. This position focuses on planning and delivering programs that support resident well-being across many areas of daily life. It involves coordinating activities, assessing needs, and working with the team to ensure high-quality services.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree with major coursework in therapeutic recreation; physical education; vocational rehabilitation; vocational education or counseling; art, music, dance, or occupational therapies; or a related human services field; or Four years of experience providing therapeutic activities for individuals with physical, medical, or cognitive disabilities; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out programs that support mental, spiritual, social, emotional, and physical functioning
• Assess residents to identify strengths, needs, interests, and abilities
• Coordinate schedules, staff, equipment, and spaces for recreational and activity programs
• Work with the care team to develop individualized plans and report resident progress
• Maintain clinical and administrative documentation, including assessments, surveys, and required forms
• Provide guidance, instruction, and safe transportation for residents during activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level