Recreation Aide

Continuum Healthcare Inc.; Arlington (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Serenity Spring Senior Living at Arlington is seeking a dynamic and caring individual for a Part Time weekend position within the Activities Department. Experience is a plus. Individual must be willing to work every other weekend / holiday.

This role involves interacting with residents and families and developing engaging activities for those with dementia. The position requires tact, professionalism, and teamwork to provide meaningful programs and support to residents and their families in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year experience in pediatrics and/or geriatrics recreation.
• Be able to facilitate group programs independently.
• Positive attitude and energy.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and written/reading skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Establish rapport with Alzheimer's/Dementia care residents and their families.
• Develop approaches/interventions to meet the psychosocial needs of residents.
• Collaborate with Activity Director to develop and run programming ideas for residents.
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience with residents having dementia and appropriate therapeutic/behavioral interventions.
• Must be able to work with a team.
• Ensure residents are treated with dignity and respect.
• Must have a positive attitude, enthusiasm, creativity, patience and energy.

Skills

Group facilitation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Written skills

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Serenity Spring Senior Living at Arlington is seeking a dynamic and caring individual for a Part Time weekend position within the Activities Department. Experience is a plus. Individual must be willing to work every other weekend / holiday.

This position requires tact, sensitivity and professionalism due to constant interaction with residents and families.

Position duties include:

• Establish rapport with Alzheimer's/Dementia care residents and their families
• Develop approaches/interventions to meet the psychosocial needs of residents
• Collaborate with Activity Director to develop and run programming ideas for residents
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience with residents having dementia and appropriate therapeutic/behavioral interventions
• Must be able to work with a team
• Ensure residents are treated with dignity and respect
• Must have a positive attitude, enthusiasm, creativity, patience and energy

Job Type: Full Time

Required experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least one year experience in pediatrics and/or geriatrics recreation
• Be able to facilitate group programs independently
• Positive attitude and energy
• Strong communication, interpersonal and written/reading skills
• Valid driver's license