RECREATION ASSISTANT

The State of New Hampshire; Tilton (NH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Hampshire Veterans Home in Tilton is seeking a Recreation Assistant for a full-time 1st shift (8:00-4:30am) and an evening shift (12:00-8:30pm). The role supports residents through recreational therapy activities, planning groups and events, and documenting progress to improve quality of life.

Qualifications include a 10th grade education, valid driver's license, and ability to work weekends/holidays on a rotating schedule. Preference for gerontology/dementia experience and certification.

Qualifications

• 10th grade education is required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must be able to work a rotating schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Preferred: experience with geriatrics, dementia care, and certification.

Responsibilities

• Monitors residents in individual/group activities and facilitates participation.
• Plans, develops, implements and leads daily activity groups, trips, and events.
• Assesses residents’ abilities and interests to determine activity needs.
• Completes required documentation and care plans.
• Transports and supervises residents on programmed trips.
• Collaborates with other departments to meet residents’ needs.
• Assists residents with meals according to guidelines.

Skills

Recreational work exp with abilities

Team communication

Gerontology/dementia care (preferred)

Education

10th grade education

Job description

The New Hampshire Veterans Home has a full-time, 1st shift vacancy for a Recreation Assistant.

Shift times: 8:00-4:30am and 12:00-8:30pm. Every other weekend additional $2.00/hour. Varying holidays.

Make a difference in a Veteran's life! Build a career and a life in the beautiful Lakes Region.

Job Summary

Provides routine services in recreational therapy programs to improve quality of life for residents at the NH Veterans Home.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Experience: 10th grade education
• License/Certification: Valid driver’s license
• Other Requirements: Must be able to work on a rotating work schedule that includes weekends and holidays
• Trainee Option: Not applicable

Preferred Qualifications

• Recreational work experience involving persons with mental, emotional or physical disabilities. Experience with gerontology and/or dementia and Alzheimer's patients/residents
• Certified Activity Professional or eligibility to obtain certification.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively and efficiently with all members of a team.

After-Hire Requirements

None

Career Advancement Opportunities

In-Band Advancement Available: No Criteria.

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: No Criteria.

Responsibilities

• Monitors residents in individual/group recreational activities and facilitates participation.
• Plans, develops, implements and leads daily activity groups, trips, and special events.
• Assesses residents’ abilities and interests to determine activity needs.
• Completes required and related documentation and care plans.
• Escorts residents to and from activity treatment areas.
• Transcribes data on resident progress reports and records.
• Transfers and supervises residents on planned recreational trips when assigned.
• Contributes to team projects and collaborates with other departments to meet residents’ needs.
• Assists residents in setting up and eating their meals following established guidelines.

Total Compensation Information

• HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits: The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
• Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
• Other Benefits:
  • *Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
  • * Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
  • *State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
  • *Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
  • *$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
  • *Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
• State of NH total compensation package includes: HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits, Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement, Other Benefits.
• Total Compensation Statement Worksheet: https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
• Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
• EOE
• TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964

Job Details

• Location: US:NH:TILTON
• Employment Type: FULL-TIME
• Position #41710
• Salary: USD 15.930-20.800
• Salary: $15.93 - $20.80 hourly
• Post Date: 08/31/2026
• Close Date: 09/30/2026
• Direct Care up to $10.00/week
• State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including: HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits (details link above).
• State of New Hampshire Job Posting