Geriatric Recreation Aide: Energize Activities for Residents

Williamsbridge Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Williamsbridge Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in the Bronx, NY is seeking a motivated Recreation Aide to support residents with engaging activities in our skilled nursing facility. You will work closely with the Recreation Director and care staff to plan, implement, and document programs, assist residents, manage supplies, and help maintain an inviting, resident-centered recreation calendar.

This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a positive attitude to enhance residents’ quality

Qualifications

• Experience with activities in healthcare settings or college recreation therapy coursework.
• Positive attitude and energy required.
• Knowledge of APIE (assessment/planning/implementation/evaluation).
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Experience with geriatric population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist staff with implementing activities and programs for Residents; focus on individual interests.
• Work directly with Residents on units.
• Assist Recreation Director and set up, implement, and clean up programs as needed.
• Organize and obtain supplies and equipment as requested.
• Assist recreation specialists & set up program areas as needed.
• Keep daily attendance and document residents’ participation in activities.
• Assist residents to program location and return residents to appropriate units.
• Collaborate with Recreation Director to create/modify the recreation calendar and coordinate with outside parties to implement recreational activities. Distribute calendars.
• Be familiar with established emergency procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Healthcare activities experience

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Proficient computer skills

APIE knowledge

Education

College recreation therapy coursework

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Williamsbridge Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in the Bronx, NY is seeking a motivated Recreation Aide to support residents with engaging activities in our skilled nursing facility. You will work closely with the Recreation Director and care staff to plan, implement, and document programs, assist residents, manage supplies, and help maintain an inviting, resident-centered recreation calendar.

This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a positive attitude to enhance residents’ quality