Activities Aide

A&P Payroll Management; Whiting (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Full benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Whiting Gardens Rehab Center in Ocean County, NJ, is seeking a part-time Activity Aide to lead residents in scheduled recreational activities such as singing, arts and crafts, painting, and movement-based sessions.

Responsibilities include planning activities, assisting residents, supporting newsletters, coordinating volunteers, and helping with video calls to connect families. Must be able to lift 25 pounds and stay on your feet for long periods.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Demonstrated skills in music, arts & crafts, movement/exercise, painting or ceramics.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds and stand for long durations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and promote recreation based on residents' needs and interests.
• Visit bed-bound residents and provide suitable recreation services.
• Assist with monthly newsletters and recreation calendar.
• Assist with volunteer programs, admissions assessments, and community activities.
• Ensure residents and families receive high-quality, compassionate service.
• Help transport residents to and from activities.
• Schedule and facilitate FaceTime, WhatsApp, Zoom and Facebook video calls.

Skills

Music

Arts & crafts

Movement/exercise

Painting

Ceramics

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

We Offer Competitive Salary, Full Benefits Package, Paid time Off and Opportunities for Professional Growth

Whiting Gardens Rehab Center, a skilled nursing facilitylocated in Ocean County, New Jersey hasan immediate opening for an enthusiastic and energetic part-time Activity Aides. This job entails leading residents in scheduled recreational activities, which include and are not limited to singing, dancing, arts and crafts and painting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting in planning and promoting recreation based on individualized needs and interests and encouraging participation and engagement;
• Visiting bed-bound residents and non-participants and providing appropriate recreation services for them;
• Assisting with monthly newsletter and recreation calendar;
• Assisting with volunteer program, admission assessments, and community interaction programs;
• Ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes each individual’s needs and rights;
• Assisting in the transportation of residents to and from activities;
• Assisting residents’ in scheduling and partaking in FaceTime, WhatsApp, Zoom, and Facebook video calls

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or Equivalent;
• Demonstrated skills in one of the following areas: music (vocal or instrumental), arts & crafts, movement/exercise, painting or ceramics.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds and be on your feet for long durations

ABOUT US

We are dedicated to provide outstanding care to our residents in a warm, nurturing environment that allows each resident to maintain his or her individuality and dignity. We pride ourselves on our professionalism and are constantly looking to be the best at what we do. Please join us and begin a rewarding and exceptional career.

EOE-Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.