Evening Recreation Assistant — Impactful Activities Aide

Bellecarecenter; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Same day pay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Weekly Employee Appreciation Event- 1

Thankful Thursday

Job summary

Belle Care Center seeks an Activities Aide to help plan, organize, and direct recreation programs for residents. You will assist with sports, arts and crafts, nature study, and social activities aligned with resident needs, and prepare progress reports as required.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork, and opportunities to support residents daily. Evening hours are available, with benefits and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Certification per regulatory agencies governing the facility.
• Must read, write and understand the English language.

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning and promoting recreation based on residents' needs and interests.
• Encourages social communication through group recreation.
• Provides programs of sensory training, reality orientation, re-motivation and re-socialization for individuals and groups.
• Assists residents with participation in religious programs.
• Assists residents with leisure recreation.
• Visits bed-ridden residents and non-participants and provides recreation services.
• Maintains and updates recreation calendar and monthly newsletter.
• Documents resident attendance and participation level; may assist with charting progress notes.
• Attends in-service training programs.
• Assists with storage and use of recreation department supplies.
• Performs duties as directed by the Recreation Director.
• Assists in set up of volunteer program and appreciation.
• Transports residents to and from recreation programs.
• Assists with admission assessments, care plans and progress notes.
• Supports resident council activities and outcomes.
• Facilitates community interaction programs.
• Ensures residents and families receive high quality service in a caring environment.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Skills

Effective communicator

Organizational skills

Craft abilities

Record keeping

Interpersonal skills

TB test verification

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Certification per regulatory agencies governing the facility

English language proficiency (read/write)

Job description

Belle Care Center seeks an Activities Aide to help plan, organize, and direct recreation programs for residents. You will assist with sports, arts and crafts, nature study, and social activities aligned with resident needs, and prepare progress reports as required.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork, and opportunities to support residents daily. Evening hours are available, with benefits and a supportive environment.