Job: Recreation Assistant

Total Longterm Care is a non-profit PACE program that provides health care and supportive services designed to assist seniors who want an alternative to nursing home placement. With Total Longterm Care's assistance, participants can stay in their own homes and communities. The mission of Total Longterm Care is to enable frail individuals to live with dignity in their communities.

We are currently seeking a Recreation Assistant to join our outstanding Team!

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Recreation Coordinator, is responsible for assisting with the implementation of activities for participants tailored to the needs and limitations of frail elderly. Assists participants with non-skilled Activities of Daily Living (ADL). Provides one-on-one assistance with participants or preparing for upcoming activities. Assist with planning social, therapeutic and leisure programs.

PHYSICIAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
1. Physical Requirements - Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing, walking, pushing, bending, kneeling and reaching at arm’s length and overhead in clinic, rehab department and in community for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to transfer participants needing total assist. Requires the ability to use and assist in maintaining department equipment and supplies. Requires the ability to lift/carry up to 65 pounds and push or pull objects exceeding 150 pounds, using appropriate body mechanics.

2. Visual, Hearing and Communication Requirements - Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range, with or without reasonable accommodation. Must be able to document care provided in participants’ service records. Must be able to communicate verbally with participants their treatment plan, team members and participants caregivers.

3. Pressure Factor - Requires working under stressful conditions. Working conditions may be noisy and crowded and fluctuating indoor temperatures. Moderate pressure to meet scheduled appointments while dealing with frail and confused participants. Subject to participants that may have the potential for verbal or physical aggression.

4. Environmental Conditions - May be exposed to a risk of bodily injury through contact with moving instrumentation, toxic substances, medicinal preparations, bodily fluids, communicable diseases and any other conditions common in a clinic environment. Subject to unpleasant odors.

QUALIFICATIONS:
MUST PASS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREEN AND PHYSICAL.
High school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one year prior experience working with a frail or elderly population required. Knowledge of the principles, practices standards and techniques of the department. Knowledge of how to use and maintain materials and equipment of department. Knowledge of safety requirements. Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, co-workers, medical staff, and the public. Skilled in identifying and recommending problem resolution. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.