Activities Aide

Hudsonview Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare; North Bergen (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Overtime Opportunities

Same Day Pay!!

Monthly Employee Gift Giveaways

Attendance Incentive Program

Weekly “Thankful Thursday” Appreciate-

Weekly “Thankful Thursday” Appreciate-

Job summary

Hudsonview Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare is seeking a Recreation Assistant to plan, coordinate and direct activity programs for residents. The role involves leading recreation, arts and crafts, and social activities in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

The position requires bilingual English/Spanish communication, a high school diploma or equivalent, and compliance with regulatory certifications.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Certification in accordance with regulatory agencies governing the facility.
• Must be able to read, write and understand the English language.

Responsibilities

• Plan and promote recreation activities based on the needs and interests of residents.
• Encourage social communication through group recreation.
• Provide programs of sensory training, reality orientation, re-motivation and re-socialization on an individual and group basis.
• Assist residents with participation in religious programs.
• Assist residents with leisure recreation.
• Visits bed-ridden residents and non-participants and provides appropriate recreation services.
• Assist with the daily radio program, the monthly newsletter and recreation calendar.
• Documents resident attendance and participation level in recreation programs; may assist with maintaining pertinent files and progress notes.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Record keeping

Interpersonal skills

TB test compliance

Education

High school diploma

Regulatory certification

Job description

• Weekly “Thankful Thursday” Appreciation Events

RATE: $16 Per Hour

Must be Bilingual English & Spanish

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Overtime Opportunities
• Same Day Pay!!
• Monthly Employee Gift Giveaways
• Attendance Incentive Program
• Weekly “Thankful Thursday” Appreciation Events

About us

Hudsonview Center is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed. If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Recreation Assistant assists in the planning, organizing and. directing activity programs for residents. Recreation may include sports, dramatics, nature study, social recreation, games and arts and crafts in accord with resident’s needs. The Recreation Assistant prepares reports on the residents’ progress as may be required.

RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assists in planning and promoting recreation based on the needs and interests of the resident;
• Encourages social communication through group recreation;
• Provides programs of sensory training, reality orientation, re-motivation and re-socialization on an individual and group basis;
• Assists residents with participation in religious programs;
• Assists residents with leisure recreation;
• Visits bed-ridden residents and non-participants and provides appropriate recreation services;
• Assists with the daily radio program, the monthly newsletter and recreation calendar;
• Documents resident attendance, and participation level, at recreation programs; may assist with maintaining pertinent card files and writing progress notes, if applicable;
• Attends appropriate in-service training programs;
• Assists in the maintenance, storage, and use of the recreation department supplies;
• Performs other responsibilities as directed by the Recreation Director;
• Assists with set up of volunteer program and appreciation;
• Assists in transporting residents to and from recreation programs;
• Assists with admission assessments, clinical responsibilities: MDS, care plans and progress notes;
• Assists with resident council’s purpose, attendance, and outcomes;
• Facilitates community interaction programs;
• Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights;
• Performs other duties as requested.

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL / VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• High school degree or equivalent;
• Certification in accordance with regulatory agencies governing the facility.
• Must be able to read, write and understand the English language.

JOB SKILLS

• Effective communicator with excellent verbal/written skills.
• Well-developed organizational abilities.
• Some craft ability/knowledge.
• Perform record keeping and documentation, as necessary.
• Ability to positively interact with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test.

PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES

• Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees.
• Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required.