Recreational Therapist Aide - PT - 24hr - Day - 10K SIGN ON BONUS in Sharon CT United States
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Recreational Therapist Aide - PT - 24hr - Day - 10K SIGN ON BONUS Location: Sharon CT United States Salary Range: $17.60 - $33.48 Work Type: Part-Time Standard Hours: 24 FTE Non-Exempt Work Schedule: Day 8 Work Shift: Monday - Friday, weekends Date Posted: Mar 5, 2026
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Assist the current Activity Therapist with providing therapeutic activities for patients during hospitalization.
Responsibilities
Assists in planning and organization of creative programs that will motivate residents both physically and mentally, encompassing program diversity. Implements recreation programs via 11 visit bedside visit small and large group settings.
Assists residents in maintaining or restoring cognitive performance, psychosocial well-being, behavioral awareness, physical well-being, and spiritual awareness.
Maintain equipment and supplies at appropriate levels for the provision of services.
Works closely with the appropriate interdisciplinary team members regarding program implementation to provide continuity with other resident services. Observe and report any changes in residents condition to the charge nurse. Follow individualized plan of care and goals for residents.
Assists in resident motivation to attend scheduled programs, transporting residents to and from the program location and implementing the program session utilizing correct body mechanics.
Completes documentation on a daily and/or as needed basis as directed by Activities Therapist and Program Manager.
Maintains a courteous, friendly manner and respects the rights and dignity of each resident.
Attends in-service programs. Attends departmental staff meetings.
Contributes to interdisciplinary care meetings.
REQUIREMENTS
High school Diploma or GED 1 year of experience as Recreational Therapist Aide Experience in a nursing home or hospital setting preferred Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Working Conditions Manual Some manual skills, motor coordination, and finger dexterity Occupational Some occupational risk Physical Effort Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force Physical Environment Company: Sharon Hospital Org Unit: 938 Department: Psych Unit Exempt: No
Salary Range: $17.60 - $33.48 Hourly Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team members base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered, as applicable, e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity.
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