Recreation Assistant

Genesis HealthCare, Inc.; Mendham (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Company-paid life insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Free 24/7 virtual health care for enro

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare, Inc. in Mendham, NJ is seeking an Activity Assistant to enrich the lives of patients and residents by planning and executing engaging recreation activities that support physical, creative, cognitive, social, and spiritual needs.

You will document attendance, participate in monthly recreation planning, and join care plan meetings as needed. Strong communication and organization are essential, with a high school diploma required.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and understand English to ensure safety and wellbeing.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are required.
• Experience in activities or caregiving is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and implement engagement activities meeting patient/resident needs.
• Document attendance and participation in recreation programs.
• Attend care plan meetings as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Resident engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Holly Manor Center was named a US News 2026 Best Nursing Home in America!

Join our winning team!

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 24/7virtual health careprovided by licensed doctorsforall Anthemmedically-enrolled employees and theirimmediate 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 $16.50 - USD $17.25 /Hr.