Director of Recreation

Centers Health Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Centers Health Care in the Bronx seeks a compassionate Recreation Director to enhance residents' quality of life through engaging activities. You will develop monthly calendars, lead programs, and coordinate volunteers.

Ideal candidates have prior experience in healthcare settings, strong organizational and leadership abilities, and comfort with basic office software. This full-time on-site role offers an energetic team and opportunities to impact daily life for residents.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Recreation Assistant or Recreation Director in a healthcare or long-term care setting required
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Proficiency with computers and basic office software
• Positive, outgoing, and enthusiastic personality
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Welcome new residents and identify their recreational interests
• Assist with the development and implementation of monthly activity calendars
• Help coordinate and lead recreational programs tailored to residents' needs and preferences
• Support religious services and special events within the facility
• Assist with organizing monthly celebrations, holiday events, and themed activities
• Work alongside volunteers and help facilitate their involvement in resident programming

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Positive attitude

Time management

Job description

A well-established skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in the Bronx is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and organized Recreation Director to join our team. This individual will play a key role in enhancing residents' quality of life through engaging activities and recreational programming.

Responsibilities

• Welcome new residents and identify their recreational interests
• Assist with the development and implementation of monthly activity calendars
• Help coordinate and lead recreational programs tailored to residents' needs and preferences
• Support religious services and special events within the facility
• Assist with organizing monthly celebrations, holiday events, and themed activities
• Work alongside volunteers and help facilitate their involvement in resident programming

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Recreation Assistant or Recreation Director in a healthcare or long-term care setting required
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Proficiency with computers and basic office software
• Positive, outgoing, and enthusiastic personality
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities

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