Recreation Aide

ExcelCare At Wayne; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same Day Pay

Community Impact

Supportive Environment

Professional Growth

Employee Discounts & Perks

Mission-Driven Culture

Job summary

ExcelCare At Wayne is seeking a dedicated Recreation Aide to organize and lead activities that enhance social wellness and quality of life for residents. You will foster a positive atmosphere and provide support as needed in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities include guiding games, crafts, music sessions, and group events, while adapting programs for varying abilities and assisting with transportation to activities. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Experience in long-term care or with older adults preferred.
• Energetic, personable and enthusiastic about making a difference.
• Excellent communication and a team-first mindset.
• Physical ability to assist residents and help with activity setup.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead recreational activities such as games, crafts, music sessions, and group events.
• Encourage resident involvement, adapting programs to meet various levels of ability.
• Provide assistance with transporting residents to activities or outings.
• Promote a cheerful atmosphere that supports emotional and social well-being.
• Document participation and feedback to support program planning.

Skills

Experience in long-term care

Energetic personality

Excellent communication

Team-first mindset

Physical ability to assist

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At ExcelCare At Wayne, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and compassion to our residents. As a Recreation Aide, you will play a vital role in enhancing the social wellness and quality of life for our residents by organizing and leading recreational activities, fostering a positive atmosphere, and providing support and assistance as needed.

Why You'll Love Being a Recreation Aide

• Same Day Pay: Access your earnings immediately - no waiting required

• Community Impact: Engage residents through meaningful programs and social experiences

• Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values compassion and collaboration

• Professional Growth: Build valuable skills in long-term and subacute care settings

• Employee Discounts & Perks: Enjoy exclusive pricing and lifestyle-enhancing benefits

• Mission-Driven Culture: Join a workplace that prioritizes dignity, respect, and engagement

Your Role as Recreation Aide

• Organize and lead recreational activities such as games, crafts, music sessions, and group events

• Encourage resident involvement, adapting programs to meet various levels of ability

• Provide assistance with transporting residents to activities or outings

• Promote a cheerful atmosphere that supports emotional and social well-being

• Document participation and feedback to support program planning

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Prior experience in long-term care or working with older adults preferred

• Energetic, personable, and enthusiastic about making a difference

• Excellent communication skills and a team-first mindset

• Physical ability to assist residents as needed and support activity setup

We are an equal opportunity employer.