Geriatric Therapeutic Recreation Aide - Per Diem

Excel at Woodbury for Rehabilitation & Nursing; Town of Woodbury (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Excel at Woodbury for Rehabilitation & Nursing is seeking Per diem Therapeutic Recreation Aides to support resident engagement and activity programs.

You will plan and supervise recreational activities, collaborate with the care team, and adapt programs to residents' needs. Evening, weekend and holiday shifts may be required.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with seniors, bring creativity in art or music, and excel at teamwork in a geriatric setting.

Qualifications

• Outgoing, warm, and caring personality.
• Ability to create programs to involve residents.
• Dependable, reliable with ability to supervise activities.
• Creative talents in art, music, readings, dance, etc.
• Good listening and communication skills with follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Engage residents in therapeutic activities and events.
• Support daily recreation programs and special events.
• Work as a team to plan and supervise activities for residents.
• Adapt programs to residents' needs and safety policies.

Skills

Outgoing personality

Caring nature

Teamwork

Program planning

Creativity in arts/music

Communication skills

Reliability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Excel at Woodbury for Rehabilitation & Nursing is seeking Per diem Therapeutic Recreation Aides to support resident engagement and activity programs.

You will plan and supervise recreational activities, collaborate with the care team, and adapt programs to residents' needs. Evening, weekend and holiday shifts may be required.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with seniors, bring creativity in art or music, and excel at teamwork in a geriatric setting.