Recreation Assistant

Genesis HealthCare; Sunbury (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis HealthCare is seeking an Activity Assistant to enrich the lives of patients through engaging activities. This role requires planning and implementing therapeutic recreation options while ensuring patient well-being in a supportive environment. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a high school diploma, with a focus on fostering community wellness.

Benefits

Variable compensation plans

Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts

Employee Assistance Program for mental health

Health, Dental, Vision benefits

401K and Paid Time Off

Employee Foundation for unforeseen hardships

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak, and understand spoken English.
• Well-developed organizational abilities and record keeping skills.
• Able to engage positively with residents, family members, and public.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement engagement activities for patients.
• Document patient attendance and participation in recreation programs.
• Attend care plan meetings as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Engagement with patients

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

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 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 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 $15.00 - USD $15.00 /Hr.
*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.
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.

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