Recreation Assistant

Genesis HealthCare; Salem (VA); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Dental

Vision

401K

Paid time off

Employee assistance

On-demand pay

Telehealth

Life insurance

Job summary

Genesiscareers is seeking an Activity Assistant to enrich the lives of residents in a long‑term care setting. You will plan, organize, and implement activities that meet physical, creative, cognitive, social and spiritual needs of patients and residents.

The role requires effective communication and strong organizational abilities, with duties including documenting attendance, contributing to recreation therapy design, and participating in care plan meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English proficiently to ensure safety and wellbeing.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.
• Ability to positively engage with patients, families, staff and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and implement activities to meet residents' physical, creative, cognitive, social and spiritual needs.
• Provide input into the monthly recreation therapy service design.
• Document patient/resident attendance and participation in programs.
• Attend care plan meetings as needed.

Skills

Effective communicator

Organizational skills

People engagement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

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 $13.00 - USD $13.00 /Hr.