Therapeutic recreation assistant job description

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The primary purpose of the Therapeutic Recreation Assistant is to provide recreational activities for residents in a 120 bed center by assisting in planning, conducting evaluation and participating in one on one and group activity programs. Ensures a safe environment and comply with center policies and state/federal requirements.

Education & Qualifications of the Therapeutic Recreation Therapist Assistant:

*Must have TRD (Therapeutic Recreation Degree Certificate) or Degree equivalent*.

Graduate of an accredited high school or GED preferred.

Artistic background or previous instruction from a certified activity consultant

Ability to lead group programs

Ability to work independently or part of a group.

Effectively communicate with others.

Experience: Recreation Therapist

Previous long-term care or experience working with the elderly or disabled is desirable

Computer experience using Windows based software preferred.

Specific Requirements: Recreation Therapist

Must possess the ability to make independent decision when circumstances warrant such action.

Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, resident, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

Knowledge of elderly ill and/or disabled.

Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to help when needed.

Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.

Basic understanding of following step-by-step procedures.

Follows and understands written and oral directions.

Knowledge of equipment used in long-term care such as wheelchairs and walkers.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.

Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.

Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with resident personnel, and support agencies.

Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 (fifty) pounds to a minimum height of 4 (four) feet and be able to push, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 2 (two) feet.

May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Apply today to be our Recreation Therapist Assistant and part of our amazing team.

Job Type: Full-time

**Overview**

**This position is for our brand new Columbia, Maryland center which is expected to open in the winter of 2023! If offered the position, candidates may have a delayed start and must be willing to train with our current staff at our Greenspring or Odenton location until Columbia opens.

The **Therapeutic Assistant I** will implement instructional programs and evidence-based treatment protocols in a classroom (group, dyad, and 1:1) setting under the oversight of the Pre-Kindergarten Teacher, the MICC Teacher, or Speech-Language Pathologist. This staff member will interact with the children to encourage language, social, and self-regulatory development. The incumbent will also collect progress and treatment response data; assist with classroom organization; prepare teaching materials; and assist with parent communication and training.

**Responsibilities**

1. Carry out instructional programs as outlined by the Speech Language Pathologists.

2. Effectively implement behavior management strategies according to trained procedures.

3. Assist in data management functions to include data collection and data entry.

4. Provide basic care needs of students during groups and parent meetings.

5. Prepare and lead specified activities during groups.

6. Assist in the development of therapeutic materials.

7. Clean, organize, and maintains the classroom.

8. Support planning, preparation and staffing for supplemental programming.

9. Participate in parent awareness and training activities.

10. Complete medical, behavioral, and other in-service training as needed.

**Qualifications**

**EDUCATION:**

+ High School diploma or equivalent required.

+ College classes in Psychology, Education, or related field preferred.

**EXPERIENCE:**

+ Experience working with young children preferred.

+ Experience as a paraprofessional with young children with autism and implementing treatment protocols in a classroom or childcare setting is desirable.

**Benefits**

Kennedy Krieger Institute offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, tuition reimbursement, free parking and child care subsidies! In addition, we offer rich professional development opportunities.

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**Vacancy ID** _8128_

**Pos. Category** _Child Life and Therapeutic Recreation_

**Job Location : Street** _9810 Patuxent Woods Drive, Suite C_

**\# of Hours** _40.00_

**_Job Locations_** _US-MD-Columbia_

**Pos. Type** _Regular Full Time_

**Department : Name** _CARD Achievements_

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Job Title AL Activity Assistant

Department Assisted Living

Supervisor

Director of Assisted Living

Effective Date

9/21/2017

Job Objective

To lead activities with Assisted Living Residents

Minimum Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience

Major work in gerontology nursing or Therapeutic Recreation or related field. Two years' experience in recreation field with an adult population considered.

Licensure

None

Essential Job Functions

+ Lead activities appropriate for all levels of Assisted Living

+ Assist with Resident special events in Assisted Living Household and throughout Jewish Senior

+ Provide assistance to Residents during mealtimes in a mature, dignified

+ Assist in transporting Residents by wheelchair or escort ambulatory Residents to

+ Possess a passion for working with the senior population and improving their quality of

+ Team player who is creative, energetic, enthusiastic, patient, flexible, personable, reliable and a good communicator.

+ Provide outstanding customer service to all Residents, family members, responsible persons and visitors of Residents in the

+ Work independently to achieve objectives.

+ Create a positive atmosphere and a variety of engaging activities.

+ Demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities consistent with the duties and responsibilities of this position.

+ Other related duties as

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Basic understanding of Alzheimer's and other dementia-related diseases is essential. Excellent communication, organization and time management skills. Basic typing skills and computer knowledge; familiarity with MS word, excel, publisher and creative software .

Physical and Mental Requirements

+ Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.

+ Ability to speak clearly and be understood.

+ Able to hear normal sounds within some background of noise as in answering the phone, intercom, etc.

+ Visual acuity to see computer and read printed documents.

+ Ability to distinguish color.

+ Ability to concentrate on fine details with interruptions.

+ Ability to attend to tasks/functions for more than 60 minutes at a time.

+ Ability to understand and relate to the reasons behind several related concepts.

+ Ability to remember multiple tasks /assignments given to self and others over long periods of time.

+ Ability to perform gross body coordination such as walking, stooping, filing, etc.

+ Ability to perform tasks which require hand eye coordination such as keyboard skills, writing or picking up paper.

Environmental Conditions

+ Rare exposure to blood, body tissue or fluids.

+ Possible exposure to high/low temperatures.

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