Recreation Assistant

Genesis HealthCare; Macungie (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare is seeking a part-time Recreation Assistant in Macungie to enrich the lives of patients and residents through organized activities. This role involves planning and implementing engagement strategies while documenting participation, requiring effective communication and organizational skills. The position offers a competitive hourly wage and various employee benefits, emphasizing the importance of making a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Variable compensation plans

Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Voluntary insurances

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Effective communication skills needed.
• Strong organizational skills and record-keeping abilities.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective communicator

Organizational abilities

Engagement skills

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

SEEKING PART-TIME RECREATION ASSISTANT 20 HOURS WEEK EVERY OTHER WEEKEND ROTATION

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, residents/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 spoken English 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
• 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 $14.00 - USD $14.00 /Hr.

This job is active and accepting applications.