Recreation Program Assistant / Part-time / Day shift

Working Title: Recreation Program Assistant Job Class: Recreation Program Assistant Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Job ID : 80781 Location : Montevideo Telework Eligible : No Full/Part Time : Part-Time Regular/Temporary : Unlimited Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted : 10/07/2024 Closing Date : 10/21/2024 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Vets Home-Montevideo Division/Unit : Montevideo Veterans Home / Recreation Therapy Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift, Varies Days of Work : Varies, including every other weekend Travel Required : No Salary Range: $25.73 - $32.96 / hourly Classified Status : Classified Bargaining Unit/Union : 204 - Health Care Non Professional/AFSCME Work Location : Hastings Veterans Home FLSA Status : Nonexempt Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. The Montevideo Veterans Home is seeking to fill a Recreation Program Assistant position to join our growing team! More great people are needed to help the Home continue to admit residents. The Recreation Program Assistants will assist in planning, designing, and implementing a meaningful, therapeutic recreation program for residents, which includes day, evening, and weekend programming to meet the recreational goals of our residents. Duties include but are not limited to: Assists in planning recreational activities and developing and distributing the activity calendars. Performs or participates in resident recreational activities and off-campus outings, including transporting residents to and from activities. Documents resident attendance at activities and their progress in meeting goals. Assists residents with their virtual technology needs. Assists with identifying, ordering and maintaining an inventory of needed supplies and equipment for recreation therapy program activities. The position is designated as part-time and primarily day shift. The work schedule will include at least 64 hours per 2-week pay period and may include additional hours, based on business needs. The position is initially eligible for full contribution towards insurance benefits. Minimum Qualifications One year of experience in social or recreation program therapy. OR Associate degree in Recreation Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Education, Parks/Recreation, or a closely related field. AND Knowledge and skills in facilitating and participating in recreation/social program activities. Skills in observation and documentation sufficient to develop and maintain accurate and timely records of resident participation and progress. Human relations skills sufficient to interact effectively and professionally with residents, staff, volunteers and others in an individual and group setting. Current, valid driver’s license. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a long-term care facility with geriatric residents and residents with dementia. Associate degree in Recreation Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Education, Parks/Recreation, or a closely related field. Two or more years of experience in social or recreation program therapy. Knowledge of therapeutic recreation techniques, behavior modification techniques, and basic principles of adult learning. Ability to sing and play musical instruments. Additional Requirements Finalists will be required to pass a driver's license check A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position. When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check. A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment. Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s). AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.