Recreation Lead

Description:

** FULL - TIME ** EXCELLENT BENEFITS ** GREAT TEAM ** ELIGIBLE FOR AETNA HEALTH INSURANCE 1ST OF THE MONTH AFTER DATE OF HIRE ** ONE WEEKEND DAY EACH WEEK REQUIRED **

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Come join a family of facilities in New York State. Intrinsic to each facility in the EPIC portfolio are the words “Rehabilitation & Healthcare”, as our overriding goal is to rehabilitate patients and successfully return them to their lives. For those who have come to reside permanently, we aim to create the best possible environment while optimizing their quality of life. EPIC Rehabilitation and Nursing at White Plains is a **BRAND NEW** Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation center located in the heart of White Plains. This SNF is part of our " Epic Healthcare Management" group of facilities.

• The Recreation Lead is a full employee who assists the Director/Assistant Director of Recreation and Volunteers in implementing, preparing, organizing and conducting programs, and supervising Recreation Aides and Volunteers. Recreation Lead participate as a member of the Care planning Team and completes all necessary documentation.
• Recreation Lead under the supervision of the Director of Recreation, implements, develops, conducts activity programs to meet the needs of the patients/residents.
• Ascertain from appropriate professional staff, those patients/resident who are available and able to be in the activities programs.
• Recreation Lead assists in the clerical functioning of the recreation department, including letters, filing, and other clerical work of the department as needed.
• Assists in transporting residents where and when necessary, to and from activity programs.
• Recreation Lead works with volunteers on activity programs.
• Record-keeping: Keeps records of residents’ participation and in what activity. Keeps other records as necessary. Appropriate resident charting.
• Informs Director of Recreation of any problems or concerns encountered.
• Assistance with any other work that goes on in the recreation department to ensure the highest level of resident care.
• Contact with residents, staff, family members, volunteers and community groups required.
• Performs procedures in a safe and therapeutic manner.

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Previous experience delivering recreational activity
• Experience working with the elderly and/or physically challenged population
• Working Knowledge of MDS+, documentation and Care Planning is helpful.
• Is mature and responsible.
• Must have a good rapport with staff and be able to speak clearly and communicate effectively with residents.
• The ability to work under pressure and in conditions of frequent interruption
• Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED ; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. For assistance with the application, interview process, job functions, or employment benefits, contact the facility directly by calling 914.350.9010 and asking to speak to the HR Department or email us at [email protected]

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