THERAPEUTIC ACTIVITIES WORKER 2309

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class assists in organizing and conducting recreational activities for the residents of the Suffolk County Nursing Home or clients in a town senior citizen recreation program. The incumbent works under the direct supervision of a Therapeutic Activities Specialist or other administrative supervisor. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Assists in conducting planned recreational activities;

Instructs and leads patients/clients in games and crafts;

Encourages patients/clients to participate in recreational activities;

Cares for equipment and recreational supplies;

Accompanies patients/clients on field trips;

Performs a variety of driving tasks including, but not limited to, driving patients/clients on field trips and picking up supplies from the community;

Supervises patients/clients on field trips.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of games, hobbies and related recreational activities for the elderly; ability to create interest in the recreation program; ability to give instructions in various recreational activities; ability to deal tactfully with the elderly; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.

NOTE:  Relevant experience will be substituted for the high school diploma on a year-for-year basis.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

At the time of appointment, and during employment in this title, employees will be required to possess a valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State. The type of license required will be determined by the appointing authority with respect to the type of vehicle to be operated.

R1/19/96

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive

Review 7/23/15