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Recreation Therapist

Immanuel Omaha, NE
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Overview:

Are you a Recreation Therapist looking to work for an amazing organization by serving others and connecting with your co-workers?

Immanuel Communities is seeking a Recreation Therapist to work at Newport House located at 6798 North 67th Plaza, Omaha, NE 68152. Newport House has 24 skilled nursing/rehabilitation and 72 long-term care suites.

Schedule: Part time hours, Weeks 1 and 3: Wednesday: 4pm-8pm, Thursday 8am-4:30, Friday 8am-4:30 Weeks 2 and 4: Thursday 4pm-8pm, Friday 8am-4:30pm, Saturday or Sunday 8am-4:30pm.

Pay will be based upon experience, certifications, skills and education.

Best in Class Benefits can be found at Immanuel:

  • HEALTH: Medical, dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • LIFE INSURANCE: Employer Paid Life Insurance
  • TIME OFF: Paid Time Off - accruing from day one of employment, Floating Holidays, Paid Holidays, 8 hours of Volunteer Time Off per year
  • RETIREMENT: 401K with employer match
  • WELLNESS: Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program
  • GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT: Advancement opportunities (as appropriate) we look to grow from within our organization, Education Assistance Program we invest up to $5,250 per year for education assistance paid up front
  • Plus many more benefits!
Job Duties & Skills Required:

What You Will Do

The overall purpose of this job is to provide recreation therapy to residents.The primary responsibilities of this job include assessing for resident leisure interests, abilities and skills, life history, planning adaptations and support techniques to help residents achieve their recreation, leisure, and social engagement needs, implementation of therapeutic programming, and documentation and evaluation of services provided. This position is also responsible for communicating with residents family members and coordinating special events with other departments.

Skills & Requirements

Bachelors degree in Recreation Therapy or related field.

Experience in therapeutic recreation in an internship, field experience, volunteering, and or work with older adults or special needs populations.

Additional experience in therapeutic recreation within a skilled nursing facility.

Completion of Nebraska-certified Activity Coordinator course or certified therapeutic recreation specialist within 6 months of hire.

Equivalent years of education may substitute for experience requirement.

Immanuel:

At Immanuel, we believe that our success is built on the collective strength of our people. Heres why youll thrive as part of our team:

  • Meaningful work: You wont just have a job; you will have a purpose. Our Mission impacts the lives of our residents/participants and their families, one another, and our community.
  • Growth Opportunities: We invest in your development. Whether its mentorship, training, or advancement, were committed to your growth.
  • Inclusive Culture: We celebrate uniqueness and foster an environment where everyone feels valued.
  • Work-Life Harmony: We believe in allowing you to thrive by leveraging your passion. Achieve your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life harmony.
  • Total Rewards: A focus on feedback and recognition, competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and perks beyond the basics.
  • Intentional Experience: We are very intentional about your employee experience, from Day One Orientation to how we onboard new managers and invest in quarterly and annual leadership training.

Join us at Immanuel and be a part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts here.

  • Immanuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
  • A background check and drug screen will be required prior to hire.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Date Posted September 28, 2024
Date Closes December 21, 2024
Requisition 2024-8317
Located In Omaha, NE
Job Type Full-time Employee
SOC Category 00-0000.00
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