Recreation Assistant

Alaris Health at The Atrium; Journal Square (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaris Health at The Atrium in Jersey City, NJ, is looking for a Recreation Assistant to plan and direct engaging resident activities. Responsibilities include promoting activities based on individual needs, visiting non-participant residents, and assisting with communication efforts like newsletters. Candidates should have a high school diploma, certification, and excellent communication skills. This role requires a positive attitude and teamwork in delivering compassionate service that meets residents' individualized needs.

Qualifications

• Certification in accordance with regulatory agencies governing the Center.
• Full command of the English language.
• Ability to interact positively with residents and the general public.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct resident activity programs.
• Assist in planning and promoting recreation based on individualized needs.
• Visit bed-bound residents and provide appropriate recreation services.
• Assist with daily radio program, newsletters, and recreation calendar.
• Ensure residents and families receive high-quality service in a compassionate atmosphere.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Positive attitude

Education

High school degree or equivalent

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 and 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