Recreations Director

Skilled Nursing of Staten Island; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Skilled Nursing of Staten Island is seeking a compassionate Recreation Director to enhance residents' quality of life through engaging activities and programming in a skilled nursing and rehabilitation setting. Responsibilities include welcoming residents, developing monthly calendars, coordinating programs, supporting religious services and events, and organizing monthly celebrations with volunteers.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong organizational and leadership skills, comfort with

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Recreation Assistant or Recreation Director in healthcare or long-term care.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with computers and basic office software.
• Positive, outgoing, and enthusiastic personality.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Welcome new residents and identify their recreational interests.
• Assist with the development and implementation of monthly activity calendars.
• Help coordinate and lead recreational programs tailored to residents' needs and preferences.
• Support religious services and special events within the facility.
• Assist with organizing monthly celebrations, holiday events, and themed activities.
• Work alongside volunteers and help facilitate their involvement in resident programming.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Leadership skills

Proficiency with computers

Tools

MS Office

Job description

A well-established skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Staten Island is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and organized Recreation Director to join our team. This individual will play a key role in enhancing residents' quality of life through engaging activities and recreational programming.

Responsibilities:

• Welcome new residents and identify their recreational interests
• Assist with the development and implementation of monthly activity calendars
• Help coordinate and lead recreational programs tailored to residents' needs and preferences
• Support religious services and special events within the facility
• Assist with organizing monthly celebrations, holiday events, and themed activities
• Work alongside volunteers and help facilitate their involvement in resident programming

Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a Recreation Assistant or Recreation Director in a healthcare or long-term care setting required
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Proficiency with computers and basic office software
• Positive, outgoing, and enthusiastic personality
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple responsibilities

Equal Opportunity Employer –M/F/D/V