Recreation Aide

Anchor-Care-and-Rehabilitation-Cente; Hazlet Township (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Paid time off

Medical and dental coverage

Team-focused environment

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center in Hazlet, NJ is seeking a energetic Recreation Aide to lead activities and enrich residents' lives. This full-time role supports cognitive, physical, and social programs for seniors.

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, organized, and compassionate, with a desire to work in a team with older adults. Shifts include 9:00 AM–5:00 PM, with some evenings and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and creative with a passion for working with the elderly.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Previous experience with a geriatric/adult population preferred.
• Compassionate, outgoing, and team-oriented personality.

Responsibilities

• Lead small and large group recreation activities, including cognitive enrichment, physical fitness, and social engagement programs.
• Assist with planning and running monthly events, festivities, and special celebrations.
• Organize activities based on residents’ individual interests and abilities.
• Ensure resident safety, confidentiality, and dignity at all times.

Skills

Energetic, enthusiastic, and creative

Strong organizational and communicat

Geriatric population experience

Compassionate, team-oriented

Job description

Facility: Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center
Position: Recreation Aide
Location: Hazlet, NJ
Shift: Full-Time | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (with some 11:00 PM – 7:00 PM shifts and every other weekend)
Salary: $16.44 per hour

Join Our Team as a Recreation Aide!

Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a creative, energetic, and compassionate Recreation Aide to help enrich the lives of our residents through engaging activities and meaningful programs. If you enjoy working with older adults and thrive in a team-oriented environment, we’d love to meet you!

Responsibilities:

• Lead small and large group recreation activities, including cognitive enrichment, physical fitness, and social engagement programs.

• Assist with planning and running monthly events, festivities, and special celebrations.

• Organize activities based on residents’ individual interests and abilities.

• Ensure resident safety, confidentiality, and dignity at all times.

Requirements:

• Energetic, enthusiastic, and creative with a passion for working with the elderly.

• Previous experience with a geriatric/adult population preferred.

• Compassionate, outgoing, and team-oriented personality.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits:

• 401K retirement plan

• Generous paid time off

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

• Supportive, team-focused work environment

• Company perks and employee recognition programs