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Recreation Assistant
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Overview Thank you for your interest in a career at NeighborHealth, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center! NeighborHealth is one of the largest community health centers in the country, serving the greater Boston area with a strong commitment to the health and well-being of our patients and communities.
Position Summary Under direction of the PACE Center Recreation Therapist, oversees and implements a therapeutic activity program that is appropriate to the range of interests, cognitive, physical and social needs of PACE participants in the PACE Center. Assists Recreation Therapist in facilitating PACE Center-Based Participant Council Meetings to solicit advice and receive feedback. Contributes to the development of the therapeutic activities program in the PACE Center. Provides guidance and support to PCAs around assisting participants with activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Demonstrates ability to conduct arts and crafts groups.
Demonstrates ability to conduct exercise groups.
Demonstrates ability to conduct cognitive activities such as current events and quiz games
Demonstrates the ability to conduct music groups
Makes contributions of activity ideas for incorporation in monthly activities calendars
Begins activities on time and is prepared with necessary materials
Qualifications And Requirements
High School diploma required.
Nursing assistant certification a plus
Activities Assistant Certification (AAC) at time of hire or commitment to complete within 6 months.
Two years’ experience working with elders or other frail population.
BLS Certification
Benefits
Medical, Dental, And Vision Coverage
Life And Disability Insurance
401(K) Retirement Plan
Tution Reimbursement
Flexible Spending And Transportation Accounts
Paid Holidays, Vacations, Sick, And Personal Time
Generous Staff Development Benefit
Excellent Malpractice Coverage
Pet Insurance
Free Parking
And Much More
Pay Range $22 up to $31 based on experience
EEO & Accommodation Statement NeighborHealth is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to HRrecruit@NeighborHealth.com or call 617-568-4480 to let us know the nature of your request
Federal Trade Commission Statement According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps.” Job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.
E-Verify Program Participation Statement NeighborHealth participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program, E-Verify. As an E-Verify employer, all prospective employees must complete a background check before beginning employment.
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Recreation Assistant
role at
NeighborHealth
Overview Thank you for your interest in a career at NeighborHealth, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center! NeighborHealth is one of the largest community health centers in the country, serving the greater Boston area with a strong commitment to the health and well-being of our patients and communities.
Position Summary Under direction of the PACE Center Recreation Therapist, oversees and implements a therapeutic activity program that is appropriate to the range of interests, cognitive, physical and social needs of PACE participants in the PACE Center. Assists Recreation Therapist in facilitating PACE Center-Based Participant Council Meetings to solicit advice and receive feedback. Contributes to the development of the therapeutic activities program in the PACE Center. Provides guidance and support to PCAs around assisting participants with activities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Demonstrates ability to conduct arts and crafts groups.
Demonstrates ability to conduct exercise groups.
Demonstrates ability to conduct cognitive activities such as current events and quiz games
Demonstrates the ability to conduct music groups
Makes contributions of activity ideas for incorporation in monthly activities calendars
Begins activities on time and is prepared with necessary materials
Qualifications And Requirements
High School diploma required.
Nursing assistant certification a plus
Activities Assistant Certification (AAC) at time of hire or commitment to complete within 6 months.
Two years’ experience working with elders or other frail population.
BLS Certification
Benefits
Medical, Dental, And Vision Coverage
Life And Disability Insurance
401(K) Retirement Plan
Tution Reimbursement
Flexible Spending And Transportation Accounts
Paid Holidays, Vacations, Sick, And Personal Time
Generous Staff Development Benefit
Excellent Malpractice Coverage
Pet Insurance
Free Parking
And Much More
Pay Range $22 up to $31 based on experience
EEO & Accommodation Statement NeighborHealth is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to HRrecruit@NeighborHealth.com or call 617-568-4480 to let us know the nature of your request
Federal Trade Commission Statement According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps.” Job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.
E-Verify Program Participation Statement NeighborHealth participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program, E-Verify. As an E-Verify employer, all prospective employees must complete a background check before beginning employment.
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