Recreation Assistant

Centers Health Care; Monsey (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A vibrant retirement community is seeking a dedicated Recreation Assistant to enhance the lives of its active senior residents. This role involves engaging with residents to understand their interests and organizing a variety of recreational programs, festivities, and religious services. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and computer skills, along with a positive and outgoing personality. If you are passionate about working with seniors and creating enjoyable experiences, this position offers a great opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Recreation Assistant or Director in healthcare preferred.
• Strong organizational and planning skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Engage residents and determine their interests for activities.
• Assist in running recreational programs and monthly festivities.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Leadership Skills

Strong Computer Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Job description

Recreation Assistant

Fountainview at College Road, Rockland's Premier Retirement Community located in Monsey, NY seeks an enthusiastic, energetic, and reliable Recreation Assistant with a strong creative and computer background for a 30 hour a week role. The ideal candidate will have the ability to run programs and enjoy working with an active senior population.

Great Environment!

DUTIES:

• Engage new residents and determine their interests.
• Assist in establishing monthly activity calendars.
• Assist in running recreational programs to meet the interests of the residents.
• Assist in running religious services at the facility.
• Assist in running monthly festivities and parties at the facility.
• Assist volunteers and their activities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience as a Recreation Assistant or Director in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Previous experience working with seniors and/or in a healthcare setting is a plus.
• Must be very organized and have the ability to lead others.
• Strong computer skills necessary.
• Positive, outgoing, upbeat personality is a must.
• Be self-directed; have strong organizational and planning skills; ability to multi-task.

LOCATION: Monsey, NY