Recreation Aide

Centers Health Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Centers Health Care in Ridgewood, NY, is seeking a Recreation Aide to assist with activities for the elderly. Candidates should have experience in healthcare settings, preferably with geriatric populations. The role involves implementing programs, collaborating with staff, and maintaining attendance records. Bilingual candidates (English/Spanish) and those with organizational skills are highly preferred. This position offers a chance to make a positive impact in the lives of residents.

Qualifications

• Experience working with elderly individuals.
• Ability to collaborate and assist in program implementation.
• Knowledge of recreational activities for residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing activities and programs for residents.
• Collaborate to create and modify the recreation calendar.
• Document residents' participation and attendance.

Skills

Positive attitude

Experience in healthcare settings

Bilingual English/Spanish

Proficient computer skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Experience with geriatric population

College work in recreation therapy

Job description

Centers Adult Day Care is actively seeking a Recreation Aide to work for our facility located in Ridgewood, NY. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with the elderly.

DUTIES

• Assist department staff with the implementation of activities and programs for Residents; focusing on individual interests
• Work directly with Residents on units
• Assist Recreation Director and set up, implement, and clean up programs as needed
• Organize and obtain supplies and equipment as requested
• Assist recreation specialists & set up program areas as needed
• Keep daily attendance and document residents’ participation in activities
• Assist residents to program location and return residents to appropriate units
• Collaborate with Recreation Director to create/modify the recreation calendar and coordinate with outside parties to implement recreational activities. Distribute calendars.
• Be familiar with established emergency procedures
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS

• Positive attitude and energy is a must!!
• Experience with activities in healthcare settings or college work in recreation therapy
• Knowledge of APIE… [preferred]
• Previous experience with Geriatric population preferred
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Proficient computer skills necessary
• Knowledge of APIE (assessment / planning / implementation / evaluating) programs
• Ability to work effectively as a team member
• Strong organizational & planning skills; ability to multi-task