Activity/Recreation Aide

Outcome HC; Stony Hill (NJ); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 26,174,000; Full time

Job summary

Runnells Rehab Center in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey, is seeking an Activity/Recreation Aide to lead engaging group and one-on-one activities for residents. You will document activities, coordinate with therapists, and help run a variety of recreational programs to enhance residents' well-being.

The role involves creating schedules, coordinating with the Program Director, and supporting volunteers. Prior elder care experience is preferred; High School diploma or GED required.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Experience with elderly or residents with dementia preferred.

Responsibilities

• Document activities timely in Pro-Activity attendance.
• Lead group activities and one-on-one resident interactions.
• Review attendance with the therapist and seek input regularly.
• Prepare for specialized recreation programs.
• Post monthly activity schedules on wings and in rooms.
• Maintain and clean department supplies.

Skills

Elderly care experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Activity/Recreation Aide

Job Summary:

We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Activity/Recreation Aide to join our team at Runnells Rehab Center in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey. As an Activity/Recreation Aide, you will play a vital role in creating a fulfilling and engaging experience for our residents. Your primary responsibilities will include leading group activities, facilitating one-on-one interactions, and ensuring that every resident has the opportunity to participate in our recreational programs.

Job Responsibilities and Standards:

• Document all activities timely and appropriately in Pro-Activity attendance
• Review individual resident attendance and participation records with the therapist, and meet with the Recreation Therapist for input and guidance regularly
• Lead group activities for residents in a variety of recreational pursuits, such as parties, sing-a-longs, bingo, exercises, cooking, crafts, church activities, food-related socials, and Sensory Programs
• Adequately determine and accommodate resident needs, abilities, and interests regarding leisure involvement
• Invite and escort residents to appropriate unit programs
• Regularly provide and document meaningful 1:1 in-room resident visits if indicated
• Post a written monthly activities schedule on assigned wing, near the nurses' station, and in Resident rooms
• Implement, in coordination with the Program Director and Administrator, policies and procedures as they relate to the Therapeutic Recreation Department
• Prepare for specialized Recreation programs
• Complete holiday facility decorations
• Assist volunteers in recreational programs as neededMaintain and clean department supplies and materials as assigned
• Any other task requested by the Program Director

Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or Equivalency
• Experience with elderly, physically challenged, and residents with Dementia preferred