Recreation Aide

Marquis Health Consulting Services; Oakland (NJ); On-site; USD 21,339 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health, vision, and dental benefits

401(k) with match

Company-sponsored life insurance

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a full-time Recreation Aide at their facility in Oakland, NJ. The role involves facilitating social and recreational events for residents, assisting with activities like crafts, and ensuring their well-being. Candidates should have experience in recreation activities within a nursing home setting and hold a high school diploma. The position offers a competitive pay range and various benefits, including health and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Prior recreation/activities experience in a nursing home preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skill to provide age-appropriate care.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate socialization and recreation events for residents.
• Assist residents with crafts and activities.
• Report medical concerns to supervisors.

Skills

Recreation activities

Observation skills

Crafting and decorating

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Recreation Aide at Marquis Health Consulting Services

Join our team at Oakland Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center as a Recreation Aide!
Full-time: 9am – 5pm
Opportunities Available!
Pay Range: $15.49 – $22.00 per hour (All inclusive based on experience, shift and status)
Daily Pay Available and More!

Responsibilities

• Facilitating daily, weekly, and monthly events to encourage socialization and recreation for facility residents.
• Observing residents throughout events and assisting with coloring, crafts, and other needs.
• Reporting medical concerns to supervisors if needed.
• Crafting, coloring, decorating, playing games, etc.

Qualifications

• Prior recreation/activities experience in a nursing home with dementia experience preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Health, vision, and dental benefits.
• 401(k) with match.
• Employee engagement and culture committee.
• Shift differentials.
• Company-sponsored life insurance.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) resources.

The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.