Engaging Recreation Aide — Growth & Benefits

Sapphire Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing of Central Queens; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Full Benefits Package

Paid time Off

Opportunities for Professional Growth

Job summary

Sapphire Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing of Central Queens is seeking an enthusiastic entry level Floating Recreational Aide. You will lead residents in scheduled activities (music, arts & crafts, movement, and more) and promote participation across non-participants.

Responsibilities include planning recreation, assisting residents, helping with newsletters, coordinating with volunteers, and arranging video calls with family. Join a caring team committed to dignity and quality lives.

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.

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;

Skills

Music

Arts & crafts

Movement/exercise

Painting

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Sapphire Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing of Central Queens is seeking an enthusiastic entry level Floating Recreational Aide. You will lead residents in scheduled activities (music, arts & crafts, movement, and more) and promote participation across non-participants.

Responsibilities include planning recreation, assisting residents, helping with newsletters, coordinating with volunteers, and arranging video calls with family. Join a caring team committed to dignity and quality lives.