Recreation Aide

Artis Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Artis Care Rehab and Nursing Center in Kearny, NJ is seeking a compassionate Recreation Aide on a PRN basis. The role includes planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating recreational programs to enhance residents' quality of life. Shift is 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, weekends, with pay of $15.49 per hour.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, English communication, teamwork, empathy, nursing home experience preferred (1 year), PCC experience a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must communicate effectively in English.
• Strong teamwork and empathy for residents.
• Nursing home experience and 1 year preferred.
• Familiarity with PCC (PointClickCare) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement and evaluate recreational programs.
• Assist residents in social, creative and physical activities.
• Organize events to promote wellbeing and social interaction.
• Maintain a safe, positive environment for participants.

Skills

Empathetic

Team player

English communication

Resident interaction

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Facility: Artis Care Rehab and Nursing Center
Position: Recreation Aide
Location: Kearny, NJ
Shift: PRN | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Weekends
Salary: $15.49 per hour

Position Summary

Artis Care Rehab and Nursing Center is seeking a compassionate and energetic Recreation Aide to join our team on a PRN basis. In this role, you will assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating recreational programs that enhance the quality of life for our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of recreational programs and activities.
• Assist residents in engaging with social, creative, and physical activities.
• Help organize events designed to promote wellbeing and social interaction.
• Ensure a safe and positive environment for all participants.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be able to understand and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong team player with the ability to work well with others.
• Empathetic and supportive of residents and their families.
• Nursing home experience preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of experience preferred.
• Familiarity with PCC (PointClickCare) is a plus.