Recreation Therapy Coordinator - Assisted Living

BAYWOOD COURT • Castro Valley, CA

8d • $22 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Baywood Court is committed to seniors so they may live in health, happiness and dignity. We are a very active modern and not for profit senior living community conveniently located in Castro Valley. We are in search of service minded individuals with the desire to make a positive impact on the residents that live within our community. Position available for Full-time Recreation Therapy Coordinator. Must be available to work weekends and holidays. Overtime when available. Must complete employment application online to advance to the next step! Pay scale: $22 - $24 per hour We are a 24/7 facility therefore one must be able to work weekends and holidays as required. All applicants are required to complete and pass a drug screening, physical exam with tuberculosis (TB) skin test, and criminal clearance through FBI and Department of Justice. The background search includes minor misdemeanors and DUIs. Tenemos ganas de conocerte! Inaasam naming makilala kayo! We look forward to meeting you! The Recreation Therapy Specialist provides group and individual activities for the residents primarily in Assisted Living. Duties involve personal contact with the varying resident population and a varied work schedule which may include weekends, evenings and holidays. What Can Baywood Court Offer You? Opportunity to care and serve seniors in their most vulnerable time of need Accrue up to 4 weeks of paid time off in the first year, with cash-out option Medical, dental, vision and employer paid life insurance plan. Eligible first of the month following 30 days of employment $1,500 - $4,500 annually toward out-of-pocket medical expenses, including pharmacy if enrolled in a medical plan Retirement Savings Plans (Pre-Tax and ROTH) with employer match up to 5% Pet insurance and pet care discounts Employee meals only $3.00 - $5.00 Annual scholarships for students enrolled in college or trade school Fun employee events, recognition celebrations, BBQs, food trucks, theme days and more! Visit our LinkedIn page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/baywoodcourt/

Requirements

• Ability to read, speak, write, understand and follow instructions in English in order to effectively communicate with staff and residents.
• Must possess excellent writing skills
• Enjoy working with the public and the elderly
• Experience working with older adults
• Must be able to work some weekends and holidays as required
• Advanced computer skills; MS Office; Outlook, Word, Excel
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills, professionalism; display a courteous, friendly and helpful attitude; must demonstrate understanding, patience, tact and courtesy with residents, families, visitors and/or co-workers.
• Possess the ability and willingness to work as a team member and collaborate with all staff members.
• Frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, walking and squatting throughout the day.
• Lift up to 20 pounds to handle supplies.
• Ability to push residents in wheelchairs as needed.
• May be exposed to blood and body fluids which may contain HIV and/or HBV.
• May be subjected to offensive odors and combative behavior.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Therapy preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and plan recreation activities including crafts, outings and exercise; reality orientation, current events, discussion groups, re-motivation therapy, sensory stimulation, cultural activities, religious services, special entertainment, outings, special events.
• Conduct one on one activities with the residents as required.
• Conduct weekly room visits three times per week.
• Implement and maintain Assisted Living new admission protocol.
• Update and maintain Daily Activity Attendance Binder.
• Assist with activities as directed by the Assisted Living and Recreation Therapy Manager and in accordance with each resident’s plan of care.
• Assist the Recreation Therapy Manager with the monthly calendar for Independent and Assisted Living.
• Responsible for updating any changes.
• Escort residents to and from activity programs as needed.
• Escort residents to and from the dining room as needed.

Benefits

• Accrue up to 4 weeks of paid time off in the first year, with cash-out option
• Medical, dental, vision and employer paid life insurance plan. Eligible first of the month following 30 days of employment
• $1,500 - $4,500 annually toward out-of-pocket medical expenses, including pharmacy if enrolled in a medical plan
• Retirement Savings Plans (Pre-Tax and ROTH) with employer match up to 5%
• Pet insurance and pet care discounts
• Employee meals only $3.00 - $5.00
• Annual scholarships for students enrolled in college or trade school
• Fun employee events, recognition celebrations, BBQs, food trucks, theme days and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time