Recreation Assistant

City of Lincoln; Middlebush (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Spring Hills Somerset in Somerset, NJ is hiring a Recreation Assistant to plan and lead engaging daily activities for memory care residents while supporting a compassionate care team.

You will develop monthly calendars, coordinate social clubs and events, mentor staff, and help with assessments, safety, and activity materials.

Education: Associate’s degree or equivalent experience; 6+ months in memory care or senior living; basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Minimum of 6 months in memory care, senior living, or recreation services.
• Basic proficiency in computer business software.

Responsibilities

• Program Leadership: Conduct engaging daily activities that encourage resident participation.
• Resident Interaction: Foster meaningful connections by modeling and encouraging participation in recreational programs.
• Event Planning: Assist in creating monthly calendars, newsletters, and resident social clubs.
• Collaboration: Work with interdisciplinary teams to implement memory care programming effectively.
• Resident Support: Assist with pre-move-in procedures, assessments, and emotional and social support.
• Community Engagement: Organize and attend family support groups, outings, and special events.
• Team Training: Mentor staff and volunteers on best practices for engaging with residents.
• Compliance & Safety: Maintain a safe and supportive environment while ensuring proper activity supplies and materials.

Skills

Creativity

Communication

Compassionate

Organized

Flexibility

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Job description

• Base Pay $18.00 / Hour
• Job Category Activities, Recreation
• Industry Senior Living, Assisted Living Facility
• Employee Type Part Time - Non Exempt

NOW HIRING: Recreation Assistant – Make a Difference Every Day!

Spring Hills Somerset - Somerset, NJ

Position Type: Part-Time

About Spring Hills Somerset:

At Spring Hills Somerset, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, engaging, and person-centered care for our residents. Our program is designed to enhance the lives of those with dementia through meaningful engagement, and we are seeking a Recreation Assistant to lead our efforts in fostering a vibrant and stimulating environment.

Position Overview:

The Recreation Assistant is responsible for planning and leading recreational programs that cater to the strengths, abilities, and interests of our memory care residents. This role involves organizing daily activities, managing social programs, and collaborating with our care team to ensure residents experience fulfillment and joy each day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Leadership: Conduct engaging daily activities that encourage resident participation.
• Resident Interaction: Foster meaningful connections by modeling and encouraging participation in recreational programs.
• Event Planning: Assist in creating monthly calendars, newsletters, and resident social clubs.
• Collaboration: Work with interdisciplinary teams to implement memory care programming effectively.
• Resident Support: Assist with pre-move-in procedures, assessments, and emotional and social support.
• Community Engagement: Organize and attend family support groups, outings, and special events.
• Team Training: Mentor staff and volunteers on best practices for engaging with residents.
• Compliance & Safety: Maintain a safe and supportive environment while ensuring proper activity supplies and materials.

Desired Skills & Attributes:

• Creativity & Enthusiasm: Ability to develop engaging activities that promote joy and connection.
• Strong Communication: Effectively interact with residents, families, and team members.
• Compassionate & Patient: Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for memory care residents.
• Organized & Detail-Oriented: Able to manage schedules, calendars, and activity materials efficiently.
• Flexibility & Adaptability: Willing to adjust plans to meet the needs of residents.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 6 months in memory care, senior living, or recreation services.
• Technology Skills: Basic proficiency in computer business software.

Spring Hills Somerset is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all.