Recreation Assistant

Alaris Health; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaris Health in Jersey City seeks a recreation assistant to plan, organize and direct resident activity programs, from Wii games to bingo and coffee carts, tailored to varying cognitive levels.

You will assist with promoting recreation, visit bed-bound residents, support the monthly newsletter, recreation calendar, and volunteer programs, while ensuring compassionate, high-quality service to residents and families.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent required.
• Certification per regulatory agencies governing the Center is required.
• Strong communication and multitasking abilities essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct resident activity programs for varied cognitive levels.
• Visit bed-bound residents and provide appropriate recreation services.
• Assist with daily radio program, monthly newsletter and recreation calendar.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Regulatory certification

Job description

Alaris Health at The Atrium, a 113 bed-skilled nursing Center in Jersey City, New Jersey, seeks a recreation assistant to plan, organize and direct resident activity programs, which may include varied an diversified programming for different cognitive levels of resident function from Wii competitions to bingo to coffee carts and everything in between. Additional responsibilities include:

• assisting in planning and promoting recreation based on individualized needs and interests and encouraging participation and engagement
• visiting bed-bound residents and non-participants and providing appropriate recreation services for them
• assisting with the daily radio program, monthly newsletter and recreation calendar
• assisting with volunteer program/appreciation set-up, admission assessments, clinical responsibilities and community interaction programs
• and above all, ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes each individual’s needs and rights

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school degree or equivalent and certification in accordance with regulatory agencies governing the Center
• Full command of the English language
• Excellent multi-tasking and communication skills
• Positive attitude and have great interaction with everyone from residents to the general public
• Comfortable working both as an individual contributor and part of a larger team