Floating Recreational Aide: Lead Arts & Activities

Sapphire-Center-For-Rehabilitation-and-Nursing-of-Central-Queen; New York (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; 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 of Central Queens is seeking an enthusiastic, entry level floating Recreational Aide in Queens, NY. You will lead residents in scheduled activities like singing, arts and crafts, and movement, and assist with planning recreation based on individual needs.

Join a compassionate team dedicated to quality care, resident engagement, and opportunities for professional growth. This position involves helping residents participate, assisting with newsletters, and

Qualifications

• Must have background in music, arts/crafts, movement or painting.
• Ability to engage residents in recreational activities and promote participation.
• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead residents in scheduled recreational activities (singing, dancing, arts and crafts, painting).
• Assist in planning and promoting recreation based on individual needs and interests.
• Visit bed-bound residents and provide appropriate recreation services.
• Assist with monthly recreation calendar and newsletters.
• Support volunteer programs, admissions assessments and community interactions.
• Help transport residents to activities and arrange video calls (FaceTime/Zoom/WhatsApp/Facebook).

Skills

Music

Arts & crafts

Movement/exercise

Painting

Ceramics

Education

High School Diploma or Equival ent

Job description

Sapphire Center for Rehabilitation of Central Queens is seeking an enthusiastic, entry level floating Recreational Aide in Queens, NY. You will lead residents in scheduled activities like singing, arts and crafts, and movement, and assist with planning recreation based on individual needs.

Join a compassionate team dedicated to quality care, resident engagement, and opportunities for professional growth. This position involves helping residents participate, assisting with newsletters, and