Floating Recreational Aide — Growth, Benefits & PTO

Sapphire Center for Rehab 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

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Sapphire Center for Rehabilitation of Central Queens in Queens, NY, has an immediate opening for an enthusiastic and energetic entry level floating Recreational Aide. You will lead residents in scheduled recreational activities, including singing, arts & crafts, movement and painting.

Responsibilities include planning based on individual needs, assisting bed-bound residents, helping with newsletters and calendars, coordinating volunteers, and enabling video calls with family and friends.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead residents in scheduled recreational activities such as singing, dancing, arts & crafts and painting.
• Assist in planning and promoting recreation based on individualized needs and interests.
• Visit bed-bound residents and provide appropriate recreation services.
• Assist with monthly newsletter and recreation calendar.
• Assist with volunteer program, admission assessments, and community interaction programs.
• Ensure residents and families receive high quality service in a caring atmosphere.
• Transport residents to and from activities and help with video calls (FaceTime/Zoom/Facebook).

Skills

Music

Arts & crafts

Movement

Exercise

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Sapphire Center for Rehabilitation of Central Queens in Queens, NY, has an immediate opening for an enthusiastic and energetic entry level floating Recreational Aide. You will lead residents in scheduled recreational activities, including singing, arts & crafts, movement and painting.

Responsibilities include planning based on individual needs, assisting bed-bound residents, helping with newsletters and calendars, coordinating volunteers, and enabling video calls with family and friends.