RECREATION ASSISTANT JOB ID 47084

                                               RECREATION ASSISTANT (Job ID: 47084)

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

New Hampshire Veterans Home

139 Winter St, Tilton, NH 03276

RECREATION ASSISTANT

Position #42704

Starting pay range:  $15.93 - $20.80 hourly

Direct Care up to $10.00/week

The New Hampshire Veterans Home has a full-time, 1st shift vacancy for a Recreation Assistant.

Proposed Schedule Includes:

8:00am - 4:30pm & 12:00pm - 8:30pm shifts

Varying weekends (additional $2.00/hour)

Varying holidays 

Make a difference in a Veteran’s life!

Build a career and a life in the beautiful Lakes Region.

Be part of a team committed to providing the best quality of life for NH Veterans with dignity, honor and respect. Learn more about the NH Veterans Home on our website: Welcome | New Hampshire Veterans Home (nh.gov) and view our Facebook page to see the NHVH team working together.

The Veterans Home is a NH State Agency providing a total compensation package for full time employees. See information at the bottom of this posting for details.

REQUIRED:  APPLY DIRECTLY TO OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.NH.GOV
 

Summary:

To provide routine services in recreational therapy program(s) at the NH Veterans Home.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or high school equivalency credential. Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.

Experience: One year of experience in recreational work involving persons with mental, emotional or physical disabilities.

License/Certification: Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Special Requirements: 

1. Must be on a rotating work schedule and able to work weekends and holidays.

2. Must be able to communicate and work effectively and efficiently with all members of the team.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate and monitor residents in individual/group recreational activities.
• Plan, Develop, implement and lead daily activity groups, trips, and special events.
• Conduct activity assessments.
• Complete required and related documentation and care plans.
• Escort residents to and from activity treatment areas.
• Transcribe data on resident progress reports and records.
• Transfer and supervise residents on planned recreational trips when assigned.
• Contribute to team projects and collaborate with other departments to meet residents’ needs.
• Assist residents in setting up and eating their meals following established guidelines.

For further information please contact Megan Rowe, Recreation Therapist I, at megan.e.rowe@nhvh.nh.gov or (603) 527-4835.

*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

 The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
 

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

 See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.html

 Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement:  13.85% of pay

 Other Benefits:

o   Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

o   Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

o   State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

o   Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

o   $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low cost group life insurance

o   Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

 Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://das.nh.gov/documents/hr/JobSearch/FINAL_TOTAL_COMP_STATEMENT_ISSUE.xlsx

 Want the specifics?  Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:

https://das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf

https://das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964