Recreation Therapist
Healthcare Nursing of Essex County
Job Description
Job Description
Long-Term Care Facility located in Essex County New Jersey, seeks a Recreation Therapist to plan, organize and direct resident activity programs, which may include varied and diversified programming for different cognitive levels of resident function from Wii competitions to bingo to coffee carts and everything in between. Additional responsibilities include:
assisting in planning and promoting recreation based on individualized needs and interests and encouraging participation and engagement
visiting bed-bound residents and non-participants and providing appropriate recreation services for them
assisting with the daily radio program, monthly newsletter and recreation calendar
assisting with volunteer program/appreciation set-up, admission assessments, clinical responsibilities and community interaction programs
and above all, ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes each individual’s needs and rights
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
High school degree or equivalent and certification in accordance with regulatory agencies governing the Center
Full command of the English language
Excellent multi-tasking and communication skills
Positive attitude and have great interaction with everyone from residents to the general public
Comfortable working both as an individual contributor and part of a larger team
Vacancy posted 7 days ago
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