Recreational Activities Aide (Pediatric Feeding Disorders)

Job description

Overview The Recreational Activities Aide assists staff in the implementation of developmentally appropriate play activities and management of patient behavior. The incumbent will work as part of a team to maintain a safe, therapeutic, and positive play environment for the patients in the Pediatric Feeding Disorders Program playrooms. Responsibilities: 1. Provide general supervision of patients in the play areas.2. Interact and engage with children in an environment that is welcoming, stimulating, and child-oriented.3. Assist in facilitating developmentally appropriate social-recreational activities that foster a positive adjustment.4. Maintain the safety, cleanliness, and orderliness of the playroom toys, supplies, and equipment. Utilize a checklist system to ensure routine scheduled toy washing in accordance with infection control standards.5. Monitor and manage behavior and prevent crisis situations in a calm and supportive manner.6. Accurately collect and clearly report data on specified patient behaviors. Provide daily record of patient care activities. 7. Creatively decorate the playroom areas to reflect patients’ artwork.8. Regularly meet with the Supervisor, Patient Service...