Behavioral Health Recreation Tech

Cascade Park Gardens, Tacoma's premier affordable Memory Care community, is seeking a Full-Time Behavioral Health/Recreation Technician to play a crucial role in enhancing the overall well-being and quality of life for seniors residing within the community. This position involves planning, coordinating, and implementing a variety of activities and programs to promote physical, mental, and emotional health. Additionally, the Recreation Technician is responsible for addressing Behavioral Health needs and fostering a positive and supportive environment for seniors, all of which suffer from dementia and behavioral diagnoses.

Responsibilities may include:

• Develop and implement a diverse range of activities suitable for seniors, considering their interests, abilities, and preferences.
• Conduct programs to improve patients' mental and physical well-being, and instruct patients in activities and techniques, such as sports, dance, music, art, or relaxation techniques designed to meet their specific needs. Monitor and evaluate residents' emotional well-being, identifying potential signs of stress, anxiety, or depression and documenting changes in behavior and participation levels
• Communicate available programs to the residents and encourage participation.
• Be willing to help on the floor with resident care needs as needed.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours to meet the requirements of the job.
• Flexibility in program execution and delivery is an essential part of being successful in this role.

Qualifications and skills:

• Must have at least two (2) years of experience working in a social or recreation program, preferably in a boarding home or long-term care setting, conducting both individual and group activities
• Must be 18 years of age or older and hold a High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be willing to acquire or have HCA/CNA certification from the State of Washington
• Must have knowledge of nursing care practices, especially in the context of geriatric care; state Boarding Home regulations pertaining to resident care
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Dependable, team player, caring, and able to foster an atmosphere of dignity and respect
• Clean background check
• Requires a positive attitude and high energy level
• Requires strong communication skills
• Be detail-oriented