Recreational Therapy Assistant - Per Diem

Geisinger

Wilkes, PA, United States
Lead therapeutic activities
Adapt activities for participants
Document participant progress
Works under the direction and supervision of Recreation Therapist to create, implement, lead and adapt activities to ensure participants have a positive experience in group and individual activities

Job Summary

  • Works under the direction and supervision of Recreation Therapist to create, implement, lead and adapt activities to ensure participants have a positive experience in group and individual activities.
  • Assists with the purchase, organization, and storage of recreational supplies and maintains inventory and distribution of participant name tags.
  • Offers a 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions, free Care.com membership, Employee Assistance Program, and MyHealth Rewards wellness program.

Matching Summary

Works under the direction and supervision of Recreation Therapist to create, implement, lead and adapt activities to ensure participants have a positive experience in group and individual activities.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead therapeutic activities
  • Adapt activities for participants
  • Document participant progress
  • Maintain participant information
  • Collaborate with PCAs

Nice-to-have

  • Strive for excellence
  • Share knowledge with others
  • Seek better ways to care
  • Foster collaboration and collegiality

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
  • Minimum of 2 years related work experience
  • Communication skills
  • Patient safety knowledge
  • Patient rights knowledge
  • Therapeutic treatment knowledge

Work Rights

Not specified

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