What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Aide position at Reading Hospital?
Overview
Helping patients achieve each and every milestone on their road to recovery.
For patients who have experienced functional loss of disability as a result of an accident, illness or injury, everything you need to reclaim your life - from comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation and transitional care to outpatient programs - is here, all under one roof.
Our specialized team of board-certified rehab physicians, certified rehab nurses, clinicians and dedicated therapists deliver an unparalleled level of care and encouragement through state-of the-art-technology, advanced therapies and wellness environments.
Our facility offers:
Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing is the only hospital in the region accredited by both the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and The Joint Commission . Our Stroke Specialty and Brain Injury Programs are also CARF-accredited.
Accreditation by CARF is evidence that Reading Hospital strives to improve efficiency, fiscal health, and service delivery - creating a foundation for continuous quality improvement and consumer satisfaction. Joint Commission accreditation and certification is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality that reflects an organization's commitment to meeting certain performance standards.
Responsibilities
Assists the Recreation Therapist in conducting an activity program to meet the current needs of the residents. The Activity Aide is responsible to the Recreation Therapy/Activity Director. Supervision is provided by the Director of the Transitional Care Center. Engage with patients and provide group and individual activities with patients, assist with making the activity calendar, monthly newsletter, activities for patients with staggered coverage.
Flexible shifts, could be:
2 (8 hr) and 1 (4 hr) shift
3 (4 hr) and 1 (8 hr) shift
2 (6 hr) and 1 (8 hr) shift
No evenings, rotating weekend coverage required.
Qualifications
Education Requirements
Experience
Helping patients achieve each and every milestone on their road to recovery.
For patients who have experienced functional loss of disability as a result of an accident, illness or injury, everything you need to reclaim your life - from comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation and transitional care to outpatient programs - is here, all under one roof.
Our specialized team of board-certified rehab physicians, certified rehab nurses, clinicians and dedicated therapists deliver an unparalleled level of care and encouragement through state-of the-art-technology, advanced therapies and wellness environments.
Our facility offers:
- A 62-bed Acute Rehabilitation Unit including an 11-bed secured Brain Injury Unit
- A 50-bed Transitional Sub-Acute Unit for skilled care
- Highly skilled therapists
- Speech, physical, and occupational therapy programming
- Therapeutic recreation and activities
- Spacious private rooms with large private bathrooms and flat screen televisions
- Aquatic therapy pool
- On-site pharmacy, laboratory, and radiological services
- Outdoor therapeutic garden
- Comfortable lounges with flat screen televisions, computers, and free internet access
- Plenty of visiting areas for patients, friends, and families
- Easy access and free parking
Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing is the only hospital in the region accredited by both the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) and The Joint Commission . Our Stroke Specialty and Brain Injury Programs are also CARF-accredited.
Accreditation by CARF is evidence that Reading Hospital strives to improve efficiency, fiscal health, and service delivery - creating a foundation for continuous quality improvement and consumer satisfaction. Joint Commission accreditation and certification is recognized nationwide as a symbol of quality that reflects an organization's commitment to meeting certain performance standards.
Responsibilities
Assists the Recreation Therapist in conducting an activity program to meet the current needs of the residents. The Activity Aide is responsible to the Recreation Therapy/Activity Director. Supervision is provided by the Director of the Transitional Care Center. Engage with patients and provide group and individual activities with patients, assist with making the activity calendar, monthly newsletter, activities for patients with staggered coverage.
Flexible shifts, could be:
2 (8 hr) and 1 (4 hr) shift
3 (4 hr) and 1 (8 hr) shift
2 (6 hr) and 1 (8 hr) shift
No evenings, rotating weekend coverage required.
Qualifications
Education Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
Experience
- LTC setting Activity experience preferred but not required
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