The Recreational Therapy Aide works with the Recreation Therapy Department to conduct programs and activities which are diversified and appropriate to the interests, physical and mental capabilities of all residents. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participates in the program planning and care planning processes. 
• Completes all necessary recording. 

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

Two (2) years experience working with the elderly in a health care setting is preferred. Therapeutic recreation experience preferred. Must have a valid New York State Driver's License. Demonstrated skills in one of the following areas: music (voice or instrumental), arts & crafts, movement/exercise, painting or ceramics. 

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or GED. 

OTHER:

If applicable, the individual performing this job may reasonably anticipate coming into contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. 

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About WMCHealth

WMCHealth is a 1,900-bed healthcare system headquartered in Valhalla, New York, with ten hospitals on eight campuses spanning 6,200 square miles of the Hudson Valley. WMCHealth employs more than 12,000 people and has nearly 3,000 attending physicians. From Level 1, Level 2 and Pediatric Trauma Centers, the region’s only acute care children’s hospital, an academic medical center, several community hospitals, dozens of specialized institutes and centers, a state of the art Telemedicine program, skilled nursing, assisted living facilities, homecare services and one of the largest mental health systems in New York State, today WMCHealth is the pre-eminent provider of integrated healthcare in the Hudson Valley.

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