Recreation Assistant

Genesis; South Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid?

401K

Paid Time Off

Free 24/7 virtual health care

On-Demand Pay Program

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service

Job summary

Genesis Healthcare is seeking an Activity Assistant to enrich the lives of patients and residents by planning, organizing and implementing engagement activities that address physical, creative, cognitive, social, spiritual, and other needs. You will document attendance, help design monthly recreation therapy plans, and participate in care plan meetings.

Strong communication, organization and record-keeping skills are required, along with the ability to engage positively with residents, families

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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective communicator

Organizational abilities

Record keeping skills

English proficiency

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

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 other 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 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled employees and their immediate 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 $16.00 - USD $16.00 /Hr.