Recreation Assistant

Genesis HealthCare; Bedford (NH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading long-term care provider is hiring a full-time Recreation Assistant to enrich the lives of residents through various engagement activities. This role involves planning, organizing, and implementing activities that cater to the diverse needs of patients. Candidates should possess strong communication and organizational skills, along with a high school diploma or equivalent.

Benefits

Variable compensation plans

Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts

Employee Assistance Program to support mental health

Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off

Pet Insurance

Term and Whole Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Qualifications

• Effective communicator with excellent verbal/written skills.
• Well-developed organizational abilities and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement engagement activities for patients/residents.
• Document patient/resident attendance and participation at recreation programs.
• Attend care plan meetings as needed.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Ridgewood Center is Now Hiring a full-time Recreation Assistant! Full-time. Rotational Weekends Required. Full-time may be eiligible for Modified Compensation which is an additional 25% on the base rate of pay! At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Responsibilities

Enrich the lives of our patients/residents as an Activity Assistant where you will plan, organize and implement engagement activities that meet the physical, creative, cognitive, social, spiritual, and needs of our patients and residents. *Provide input into the design of monthly recreation therapy services
*Document patient/resident attendance and participation level at recreation programs
*Attend care plan meetings as needed Who You Are *Effective communicator with excellent verbal/ written skills. *Well-developed organizational abilities and record keeping skills. *Able to positively engage with personnel, resident/patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the public.
Qualifications

*High school diploma or equivalent. *Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the spoken English language to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our patients and visitors and respond to their medical and physical needs.
Benefits

*Variable compensation plans
*Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
*Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
*Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
*Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:
*Pet Insurance
*Term and Whole Life Insurance
*Short-term Disability
*Hospital Indemnity
*Personal Accident
*Critical Illness
*Cancer Coverage Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range

USD $16.00 - USD $18.00 /Hr. *High school diploma or equivalent. *Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the spoken English language to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our patients and visitors and respond to their medical and physical needs. Enrich the lives of our patients/residents as an Activity Assistant where you will plan, organize and implement engagement activities that meet the physical, creative, cognitive, social, spiritual, and needs of our patients and residents. *Provide input into the design of monthly recreation therapy services
*Document patient/resident attendance and participation level at recreation programs
*Attend care plan meetings as needed Who You Are *Effective communicator with excellent verbal/ written skills. *Well-developed organizational abilities and record keeping skills. *Able to positively engage with personnel, resident/patients, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the public.