Patient Activity & Recreation Assistant

Northrise Independent Living; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrise Independent Living is seeking an Activity/Recreation Assistant in Las Cruces, NM. You will support the Activity/Recreation Director in assessing, selecting, organizing, and implementing activities tailored to residents’ needs and interests, promoting meaningful engagement.

Responsibilities include developing and delivering programs, encouraging participation in arts, outings, and educational activities, and maintaining safety precautions for each resident.

Qualifications

• Assists in developing and delivering activity programs.
• Encourages patient participation in group and individual activities.
• Maintains precautions/limitations list for each patient.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development and delivery of activity programs to engage patients in life enrichment.
• Maintain precautions/limitations list for each patient.
• Encourage participation in arts/crafts, outings, religious and educational activities.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as required.

Skills

Activity planning

Group facilitation

Patient engagement

Education

High School Diploma

Activity-training course

Job description

Northrise Independent Living is seeking an Activity/Recreation Assistant in Las Cruces, NM. You will support the Activity/Recreation Director in assessing, selecting, organizing, and implementing activities tailored to residents’ needs and interests, promoting meaningful engagement.

Responsibilities include developing and delivering programs, encouraging participation in arts, outings, and educational activities, and maintaining safety precautions for each resident.