Therapy Aide

Therapy Aide

Company: Mountainside Residential Care Center

City/State: Margaretville, NY

Category: Allied Health Prof/Technical

Department: Therapeutic Recreation

Union: Yes

Union Name: UFCW

Position: Part Time

Hours: Varies

Shift: Variable

Req #: 48686

Posted Date: Jun 26, 2026

Hiring Range: $18.18/hr

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Job Details:

Job Summary Recreational Therapy Aid provides meaningful activities to residents in the geriatric population including those who have Alzheimer’s and dementia to promote independence and provide a positive quality of life. This position assesses data reflective of the patient's status to identify the requirements relative to his or her age and specific needs to provide the care needed within the scope of the job. Responsibilities

• • Creates recreational programs and interacts with residents, families, and other staff members.

• Follows the scheduled group and individual activities on the monthly calendar.

• Enter the initial activities intake to Activity Pro documentation program.

• Sets up and uses various electronic entertainment equipment for use with the residents.

• Participates in creative planning sessions and program development for residents with various levels of cognitive functioning and physical abilities.

• Directs volunteers during activity programs.

• Distributes the monthly activity calendars to resident rooms and units.

• Interacts with community groups and accompanies residents on outings.

• Responds to call lights and assists the residents with their ongoing needs.

• Communicates and responds to family and customer concerns.

• Arranges the dining room for dedicated events when scheduled.

• Maintains and develops competence through required in services, meetings, and continuing educational programs.

• Pushes wheelchairs and assists residents properly into the elevator when needed.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements EXPERIENCE • Prior experience in the field of geriatrics preferred. • Must possess the ability to operate recreational equipment (gaming systems, tablets, computers, various media players, and smart TV). EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

OTHER

• Must posses NYS driver’s license.

About Us:

Mountainside Residential Care Center

Join the team at Mountainside Residential Care Center, our award-winning 82-bed enhanced care facility. We have received a 5-Star rating from Medicare’s “Nursing Home Compare” and 5-star ratings in U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016 issues. Not only is Mountainside Residential Care Center rated as one of the top nursing homes nationwide for providing excellence in care — we are also setting the pace for outstanding care and quality services.

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