Ditmas Park Nursing & Rehab is hiring: Pediatric Recreational Therapist Aide in New York

SCHEDULE: Full Time - Evening and weekend coverage required

Job Responsibilities: Facilitates normalization and positive adjustment of pediatric patients to the facility experience by providing developmentally appropriate play opportunities. Facilitates and promotes patient participation in special events, holiday activities, etc. Managing behavior and environmental conditions to foster safety and infection control. Communicates and collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team in a professional and effective manner. Maintains confidentiality per facility policy, communicates relevant patient information to supervisor and other members of the treatment team. Develops and demonstrates a therapeutic and supportive relationship with patients and families, maintaining appropriate professionalism and boundaries. Ensures the safety of patients and all participants during activities, special events, and programs, including transport to and from activities. Complies with all department, facility, and regulatory agency policies and procedures including emergency procedures, infection control, patient safety, and environmental safety. Maintains equipment and the working environment in a neat and orderly manner according to departmental procedures. Requests needed equipment and supplies on a timely basis. Participates in ongoing education and development to enhance skills and programming. Performs other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in child development, early childhood education/elementary education, or a related field preferred.

DEPARTMENT: PediatricsSTATUS: Full Time