Recreation Assistant

Aster Creek Nursing & Rehabilitation Center; Tinton Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Aster Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Tinton Falls, NJ is seeking a compassionate Full-Time Recreation Assistant to join our team. You will help plan, lead, and support engaging activities for residents, encourage participation, and assist with event setup and documentation.

We value friendly, energetic individuals with strong communication skills who enjoy working with seniors in a rehabilitation setting. Prior recreation or senior care experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Friendly, enthusiastic, and compassionate personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative and energetic approach to activities.
• Comfortable working with seniors in a nursing and rehabilitation setting.
• Previous experience in recreation, activities, senior care, or a similar setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and leading engaging recreational activities for residents
• Encourage resident participation in social, recreational, and therapeutic activities
• Help organize games, crafts, entertainment, and special events
• Build positive relationships with residents and create a welcoming environment
• Assist with activity setup, cleanup, and documentation
• Support the Recreation/Activities Department with daily programs and events

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Communication skills

Creative energy

Senior care experience

Recreation experience

Job description

NOW HIRING:Recreation Assistant

Aster Creek Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
524 Wardell Rd Tinton Falls, NJ 07753

Aster Creek Nursing and Rehab is looking for a compassionate, energetic, and creative Full-Time Recreation Assistant to join our team!

What You’ll Do:

• Assist with planning and leading engaging recreational activities for residents

• Encourage resident participation in social, recreational, and therapeutic activities

• Help organize games, crafts, entertainment, and special events

• Build positive relationships with residents and create a welcoming environment

• Assist with activity setup, cleanup, and documentation

• Support the Recreation/Activities Department with daily programs and events

What We’re Looking For:

• Friendly, enthusiastic, and compassionate personality

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Creative and energetic approach to activities

• Comfortable working with seniors in a nursing and rehabilitation setting

• Previous experience in recreation, activities, senior care, or a similar setting is a plus

At Aster Creek Nursing and Rehab, we believe that dedicated care builds dignity, strength, and recovery. Every day, we empower our healthcare professionals to deliver clinical excellence, nurture genuine relationships, and restore quality of life for the seniors and rehabilitation patients in our care.

Aster Creek Nursing and Rehab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful environment where every employee and resident thrives.