State of New Hampshire Job Posting New Hampshire Veterans Home 139 Winter St, Tilton, NH 03276 RECREATION

ASSISTANT

Position #19810 $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 shifts & 12:00pm - 8:30pm shifts Every other weekend (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.

Summary:

Provides routine services in recreational therapy programs to improve quality of life for residents 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/Experience:

10th grade education

License/Certification:

Valid driver's license

Other Requirements:

Must be able to work on a rotating work schedule that includes weekends and holidays

Trainee Option:

Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Recreational work experience involving persons with mental, emotional or physical disabilities. Experience with gerontology and/or dementia and Alzheimer's patients/residents Certified Activity Professional or eligibility to obtain certification. Ability to communicate and work effectively and efficiently with all members of a team.

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available:

Yes No Criteria:

Broad Group Level Advancement Available:

Yes No Criteria:

DISCLAIMERS

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title. When applicable, the work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

Responsibilities:

Monitors residents in individual/group recreational activities and facilitates participation. Plans, develops, implements and leads daily activity groups, trips, and special events. Assesses residents' abilities and interests to determine activity needs. Completes required and related documentation and care plans. Escorts residents to and from activity treatment areas. Transcribes data on resident progress reports and records. Transfers and supervises residents on planned recreational trips when assigned. Contributes to team projects and collaborates with other departments to meet residents' needs. Assists residents in setting up and eating their meals following established guidelines. For further information please contact Samantha Knowles, Recreation Therapist I, at samantha.r.knowles@nhvh.nh.gov or (603) 527-4834.

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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 and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated. See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx Value of State's share of

Employee's Retirement:

12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value) Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:

https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.

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EOE TDD Access:

Relay NH 1-800-735-2964