Recreation Specialist

Description Prepare and implement resident centered and appropriate therapeutic and diversional leisure programs for assigned activity areas as directed. Engage and gather residents for programming. Maintain program attendance records. Distribute program calendars to residents offer 1:1 visiting for socialization. A. Resident Services · Implement daily activity programming according to program schedule & assignments (preps for program and gather residents, clean up, sanitization). · Chart program attendance for activities. · Invite/Guide/Transportation of residents to and from activity area. · Develop good relationships with residents while encouraging them to participate in a variety of activities. · Promote a positive image of Recreation program and the model the values of Three Pillars in your work. · Facilitation of small and large groups and one-to-ones, as directed by Director of the department. · Monitor the environment for conditions that may interfere with the safety and well-being of the residents involved in activities and report concerns as needed and ensure a clean activity area. · Research info and resources to use in activities and programming and discuss with dept director ideas of implementing. · Prepare supplies and materials for activities for the week, programs led alone, or with a co-leader. · Conduct 1:1 visiting and individual activities with residents in need, assess the need and ability of residents and implement an appropriate activity. Consult with director as needed.

B. Documentation and Weekly Programs · Keep attendance records for activities. · Assist and attend outings or off-unit programs (gathering residents to including loading and unloading the bus and driving if applicable). Including w/c accessible bus and campus shuttle. · Be familiar with the operation and function of all equipment used for campus Recreation and activities. · Complete all required documentation as directed by dept director. · Prep and implement weekly activities in areas directed by director.

C. Communication · Weekly distribution of necessary activity calendars, packets, and supplies to residents. · Assist with outing and special event sign up and implementation as needed.

D. Other Responsibilities · Keep specialties lists up to date with new admissions information as directed . · Keep current with job standards through in-service training, continuing education as appropriate, personal and professional development. · Achieve satisfactory performance in all performance evaluation areas. · Actively recognize and appropriately respond to customer needs. · Other duties as assigned by supervisor. · Help educate and train residents on computer programs as needed. · Assist with campus-wide and community events as requested.

Requirements

Minimum education, certification and/or licensure:

• High School Diploma.
• CBRF/ First Aid and Fire Safety certification and CPR certification preferred, or will be provided.

Physical requirements:

• Sit, stand, push, bend frequently.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to push objects weighing 100+ pounds in a wheelchair frequently.

Mental requirements:

• Handle residents with behaviors and emotional and cognitive impairments, staff etc.
• Read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Strong communication skills to develop relations with customers and teammates.

Experience:

• Experience working with senior population in some capacity and/or leading activity groups.

Computer knowledge:

• Microsoft office, intermediate or above level typing.
• Ability to research basic items/topics on internet, basic knowledge of iPad functions/usage.

Other requirements:

• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license.
• Flexible work schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.