Recreation Aide

Adroit Care Rehabilitation & Nursing Center; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Coverage

Generous PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Recognition Program

Supportive, team-oriented work环境

Company perks and employee discounts

Job summary

Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a creative, energetic Recreation Aide to enrich residents' lives through engaging activities and meaningful social interactions at Hazlet, NJ. You will plan, lead, and participate in a variety of cognitive, physical, and leisure programs tailored to each resident's abilities.

The role emphasizes teamwork with the interdisciplinary staff, safety, and compassionate engagement to promote a welcoming atmosphere for all residents.

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.

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.

Skills

Energetic

Enthusiastic

Creative

Compassionate

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Engagement with residents

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Adroit Care Rehabilitation & Nursing Center -

Recreation Aide

Join Our Team as a Recreation Aide!

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

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