Recreational Therapy Aide
Waimea, HI
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Recreational Aide

Specialty: Rehabilitation Therapy
Location: Waimea, Hawaii
Facility: Kauai Veteran's Memorial Hospital
Employment Type: Contract (13 weeks)

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Recreational Aide to plan and implement therapeutic recreational activities tailored to patients' abilities and needs. This role supports patient engagement, community reintegration, and collaborates closely with hospital staff and departments.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Recreational Aide experience (no exceptions)
• Experience with MDS (Minimum Data Set) is essential
• Active BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
• CNA certification preferred but not mandatory

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Independently plan, organize, and implement activities suited to patients’ abilities under general supervision
• Assess and reassess residents’ activity interests and needs through observation and communication
• Support community reintegration by accompanying patients on outings (e.g., shopping, theaters, picnics)
• Provide one-on-one engagement with patients/residents as needed
• Coordinate with hospital staff to ensure availability and functionality of supplies and equipment
• Maintain and update the activity calendar, avoiding scheduling conflicts
• Collaborate with dietary department for special or ethnic food requests related to activities
• Prepare, set up, clean up, and maintain equipment and supplies after activities
• Operate audiovisual equipment and assist with inventory management
• Assist nursing staff with patient care tasks such as toileting, bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Transport patients during community excursions
• Attend interdisciplinary meetings and other assigned groups
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong understanding of recreational treatment plans and leisure-time activities
• Knowledge of human growth and development
• Ability to independently carry out recreational activities and therapeutic treatment plans
• Effective communication skills with patients, families, and staff
• Familiarity with hospital policies, procedures, and worksite rules

Supervision

This position reports to a Recreational Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Activities Coordinator, or Registered Nurse (Director of Nursing or higher).

Additional Information

• Holiday pay applies for New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day based on hours worked
• Candidates should demonstrate initiative, creativity, and a genuine interest in enhancing residents' quality of life through recreational activities

If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about patient care and rehabilitation therapy, this role offers a meaningful opportunity to make a positive impact.