Recreation Aide

Kaizen Lab Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay scale

Medical and dental coverage

401k

Paid time off

CEU-eligible training programs

Ongoing leadership and professional...

Dedicated and local leadership support

Job summary

The Allure Group's King David Center for Nursing in Brooklyn, NY, is seeking a Recreational Aide to enhance residents' quality of life through engaging activities. You will plan, lead, and supervise social, cognitive, and physical programs in a skilled nursing setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, experience with seniors, and are COVID-19 vaccinated; bilingual skills and music interest are a plus. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Previous experience with the senior population.
• COVID-19 vaccination.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead recreational activities for residents.
• Encourage participation in social, physical, mental, educational, and creative activities.
• Observe and report residents' participation, mood, behavior, and progress.
• Assist with resident assessments, recreation care plans, and progress documentation.
• Involve residents and families in planning activities and individual recreation goals when appropriate.
• Set up and supervise activities, including games, crafts, movies, parties, hobbies, and special events.
• Provide one-on-one visits and activities for residents, including bedbound residents.
• Assist residents with crafts, projects, reading, and other recreational needs.
• Coordinate activities with other departments, families, and community resources as needed.
• Assist with transportation, appointments, and other resident needs as directed.
• Maintain accurate activity records, reports, and required documentation.
• Help maintain recreation supplies, equipment, decorations, and activity areas.
• Support quality improvement efforts, facility inspections, and department initiatives.
• Follow resident care plans and direction from supervisors.

Skills

Senior experience

Bilingual

Music skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

King David Center for Nursing is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

King David Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is looking for a Recreational Aide to join the team at our Skilled Nursing Facility in Brooklyn, NY!

Who We Are

The Allure Group is a consortium of six rehabilitation centers across Brooklyn and Manhattan, NY, specializing in post-acute and sub-acute skilled nursing and rehabilitation. We pride ourselves in providing a high standard of care for patients of all ages and conditions while upholding an environment of kindness, dignity, and respect for employees and residents. As a Recreational Aide at The Allure Group, you would be part of a winning team doing meaningful work to improve residents' quality of life, health, and comfort.

Recreation Aide Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and leading recreational activities and programs for residents.

• Encourage resident participation in social, physical, mental, educational, and creative activities.

• Observe and report residents' participation, mood, behavior, and progress.

• Assist with resident assessments, recreation care plans, and progress documentation.

• Involve residents and families in planning activities and individual recreation goals when appropriate.

• Set up and supervise activities, including games, crafts, movies, parties, hobbies, and special events.

• Provide one-on-one visits and activities for residents, including those who are bedbound or unable to attend group activities.

• Assist residents with crafts, projects, reading, letter writing, errands, and other recreational needs.

• Coordinate activities and services with other departments, families, and community resources as needed.

• Assist with transportation, appointments, and other resident needs as directed.

• Maintain accurate activity records, reports, and required documentation.

• Help maintain recreation supplies, equipment, decorations, and activity areas.

• Support quality improvement efforts, facility inspections, and department initiatives.

• Follow resident care plans, facility policies, and direction from the Director of Recreation or Supervisor.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Recreational Aide Requirements

• High school diploma or its equivalent

• Previous experience with the senior population

• COVID-19 Vaccination

Preferred

• Music skills

• Bilingual

What We Offer

• Competitive pay scale

• Medical and dental coverage

• 401k

• Paid time off

• CEU-eligible training programs

• Ongoing leadership and professional development training

• Dedicated and local leadership support