Appomattox Health & Rehabilitation Center in Appomattox, Virginia is seeking a high energy Activities Professional who will assist in the coordination and implementation of recreational activities for the patients of our health and rehabilitation facility. Our team members have the opportunity to do meaningful work, and the opportunity to put a personal touch on improving the lives of others. They experience the daily joy of enriching the lives of others, while building genuine relationships with patients and their families. Become part of an enthusiastic and dedicated team of professionals who share their positive attitudes and compassionate heart with every patient, family, and co-worker.

The Activities Assistant assists in the planning, conducting, and evaluating of scheduled activities within a very successful Activities Department. Additional job duties include leading group activities, maintaining attendance records, collecting oral histories, and completing patient assessments, progress notes, and care plans as directed by the Activities Director.

Minimum Requirement: An associate degreed (2 years) individual who qualifies as an Activities professional via (1) two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years one of which was full-time in a therapeutic activities program, (2) certification by the National Council for Activity Professionals, (3) completion of a state-approved activities training course, or (4) immediately upon hire enrollment in a state-approved activities training course.

Preferred Requirement: A four-year college degreed individual who is qualified as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or Activities Professional.

Our Benefits Include:

• Health, dental, vision and life insurance. Your well-being is important, and we value it.
• Paid Time off, because as much as you love your job, we want you to also love having time to be you.
• A 401K retirement plan. You are our company's future; let us help you take care of yours!