Recreation Aide

Adroitcarecenter; Hazlet Township (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

PTO

401(k)

Recognition program

Team environment

Discounts

Job summary

Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center in Hazlet, NJ is seeking a Recreation Aide to enrich residents' lives through engaging activities and meaningful social interactions.

The role involves planning and leading activities, coordinating events, and promoting a welcoming, inclusive environment while working with a collaborative care team. The position is full-time with a pay rate of $16.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with older adults or in healthcare, recreation, or activities setting preferred.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, creative, and compassionate.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to engage residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead individual and group recreational activities.
• Facilitate cognitive, physical, social, and leisure programs to promote engagement.
• Coordinate monthly events, holidays, and special activities.
• Encourage resident participation and adapt activities to abilities.
• Build positive relationships and maintain a welcoming environment.
• Transport residents to and from activities as needed.
• Maintain supplies and keep activity areas clean and organized.
• Observe residents and report concerns to staff.
• Ensure safety, dignity, and confidentiality at all times.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to enhance quality of life.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Resident engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Recreation Aide

Facility: Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center
Location: Hazlet, NJ
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay: $16.50 per hour

Join Our Team as a Recreation Aide!

Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a creative, energetic, and compassionate Recreation Aide to enrich the lives of our residents through engaging activities and meaningful social interactions. If you enjoy working with older adults and have a passion for creating fun, memorable experiences, we'd love to have you on our team!

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead individual and group recreational activities.

• Facilitate cognitive, physical, social, and leisure programs that promote resident engagement.

• Assist with coordinating monthly events, holiday celebrations, and special activities.

• Encourage resident participation while adapting activities to individual interests, abilities, and needs.

• Build positive relationships with residents and promote a welcoming, inclusive environment.

• Assist with transporting residents to and from activities as needed.

• Maintain activity supplies and ensure activity areas remain clean and organized.

• Observe residents during activities and report any concerns to the appropriate staff.

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

• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to enhance residents' quality of life.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• Previous experience working with older adults or in a healthcare, recreation, or activities setting is preferred.

• Energetic, enthusiastic, creative, and compassionate.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to engage residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Coverage

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Employee Recognition Program

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

• Company perks and employee discounts