RECREATION THERAPY AIDE | KOREAN SPEAKING SKILLS | FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT (21337)

Care Plus Bergen, Inc.; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Recreation Therapy Aide to lead groups and individual activities for long-term care residents. You’ll set up spaces, document attendance, and coordinate community trips as part of an interdisciplinary team.

The role requires a High School Diploma and CPR/AED certification. One year of LTC experience is preferred, with English proficiency; Korean language skills are a plus. Salary is $18.14 per hour with full benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• American Heart Association HeartSaver CPR/AED certification required.
• One year experience in a long term care setting preferred.
• Practical skill set in crafts, recreation/sports.
• Good interpersonal skills and communication skills.
• English speaking/writing as required; second language helpful.

Responsibilities

• Conduct activity/recreation groups and individual interventions for Long Term Care residents as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Provide activities aligned with the monthly calendar and contribute to the activities schedule.
• Lead programs using activity zones to meet residents' needs.
• Set up activity areas and assist in transporting residents to activities.
• Document resident attendance in established records; coordinate community trips.

Skills

Long-term care experience

Crafts & recreation

Interpersonal skills

Oral & written communication

English proficiency

Second language helpful

Education

High School Diploma

CPR/AED certification

Tools

Heart Saver

Job description

Job Category: Allied Health/Technical

Requisition Number: RECRE009604

• Posted : October 5, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

New Jersey CPB
Paramus, NJ 07652, USA

Description

Join Our Team at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center!

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Recreation Therapy Aide. Bilingual Skills-Korean speaking preferred.

Job Duties

Conducts activity/recreation groups and individual interventions to Long Term Care residents on inpatientunits as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

Provides recreational activities determined by Director/Assistant Director to be pertinent to resident population. Makes recommendations to include on monthly activities calendar.

Leads programs utilizing activity zones or parallel programming concepts to meet the needs of all residents in the assigned area.

Provides appropriate individual resident interventions in group activities and in unit milieu.

Responsible for activity area (i.e., unit day room, cafeteria, auditorium) set-up including moving tables, chairs, and other furniture/equipment to create the optimal environment for recreation programs as determined by department Director/Assistant Director.

Documents resident attendance in programs in established attendance records.

Assists with coordination of community trips for residents.

Assists with transporting residents to and from scheduled activities.

Assists in printing large wall calendars and hanging monthly calendars in designated areas.

Resident care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of resident growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of those served.

Responsible for creating a homelike environment and decorating for seasonal and holiday observances.

Enhances professional growth by attending in-services and educational programs.

Assists in preparing for special events (e.g., parties, trips).

Identifies problems, contributes to department problem-solving process relative to patient and care.

Attends scheduled staff meetings and maintains communications with all staff.

Education

High School Diploma required

American Heart Association HeartSaver CPR/AED certification required.

Skills

• One year experience in a long term care setting preferred.
• Practical skill set in crafts, recreation/sports.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.
• Second language useful.

Salary commensurate with experience within posted range

$18.14/ Hour

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

Qualifications

Education

High School or better in Diploma/GED.

Experience

Required

Practical skill set in crafts, recreation/sports.

Preferred

1 year: Experience in a long term care setting preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

*Heart Saver

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