Recreation Aide

State of Montana
Any Location, MT
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

The Recreation Aide provides recreation programs and interventions in an adult mental health nursing care facility, following individual care plans and contributing to resident involvement. The role involves providing opportunities to meet physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of residents under the direction of a recreational supervisor.

What You Will Do

The Recreation Aide will facilitate groups, lift equipment, move residents and supplies, and perform other duties to facilitate recreation activities. The role requires physical demands, including lifting, pushing, and climbing, and involves working in a fast-paced environment.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The Recreation Aide will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service, contributing to the health, safety, and well-being of Montanans. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, and work-life balance.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with others
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with other employees
  • Ability to follow oral and written instruction explicitly
  • Motor coordination to facilitate groups
  • Ability to document, record, and report resident participation, behaviors, and general observations
  • Organizational skills in planning and being prepared for activities and special events
  • Ability to assist residents in ambulating, transferring, and basic care needs during activities as needed
  • Visual and hearing acuity to facilitate recreation activities

Benefits

  • Healthcare coverage
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid vacation
  • Sick leave
  • Holidays
  • Work-life balance
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
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