JOB TITLE: Recreational Therapy Assistant

LOCATION: LIFE Geisinger Kulpmont

DEPARTMENT: Community Health Services, LIFE Geisinger

WORK SCHEDULE: Days

WORK TYPE: Full Time

JOB SUMMARY:

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

Performs duties to support the goals and objectives of Geisinger Health System in its efforts to provide quality service and patient satisfaction.

Reports to the Recreation Therapist, LIFE Geisinger.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

PATIENT RIGHTS-Knowledge of principles and practices associated with the rights and responsibilities of patients and caregivers.

PATIENT SAFETY-Knowledge of the risks faced by patients in a healthcare environment, and the ability to take steps to reduce these risks.

THERAPEUTIC CARE-Knowledge of and ability to provide therapeutic care for patients and to monitor patients' reactions during and after physical/occupational therapy. Responds to emergent situations by applying appropriate measures.

TEAM PLAYER-Must be able to work and communicate effectively in a team environment.

COMPUTER SKILLS-Demonstrates basic navigation in a windows environment, and passwords and security. Accesses the internet, uses basic browser functionality, and understands policy on Internet usage. Demonstrates the ability to compose, send and read emails, understands email functionality and conventions related to replying.

COMMUNICATION-Demonstrates oral, written, and electronic communication skills.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

HS Diploma or GED required

Minimum 1 year of experience working with the frail or elderly required. Two years experience working in a social or recreational program in long term care setting preferred. Arts music and craft experience essential.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work involves lifting/maneuvering patients

Involves stooping/bending/kneeling to perform job duties

Work involves walking/standing for extended periods of time

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.

About Geisinger

One of the nation’s most innovative health services organizations, Geisinger serves more than 1.5 million patients in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The system includes 13 hospital campuses, a nearly 600,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. A physician-led organization, with approximately 32,000 employees and more than 1,800 employed physicians, Geisinger leverages an estimated $12.7 billion positive annual impact on the Pennsylvania and New Jersey economies. Repeatedly recognized nationally for integration, quality and service, Geisinger has a long-standing commitment to patient care, medical education, research and community service. For more information, visit geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

** Does not qualify for J-1 waiver.  We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.

*Domestic partner benefits not applicable at Geisinger Holy Spirit.