Recreation Assistant

Genesis HealthCare, Inc.; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 17,908 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable compensation plans

Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Health, Dental, Vision, and Company-paid life insurance

401K and Paid Time Off

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare, Inc. is seeking an Activity Assistant in Carlisle, Cumberland County, to enrich the lives of patients through organized engagement activities. The position requires a high school diploma and effective communication skills to connect with residents and families. Responsibilities include planning activities, documenting attendance, and participating in care meetings. The role offers a competitive pay range of $13.00 to $15.00 per hour along with various benefits, including health insurance and employee assistance programs.

Qualifications

• Able to read, write, speak, and understand the spoken English language.
• Communicate effectively to ensure patient safety and well-being.
• Organizational skills for documenting attendance and participation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement engagement activities for residents.
• Provide input into monthly recreation therapy services.
• Document attendance and participation levels at recreation programs.

Skills

Effective communicator

Well-developed organizational abilities

Engagement skills with patients and families

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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

Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled employees and their immediate family members.

• On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned

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 $13.00 - USD $15.00 /Hr.