Rehab Aide - Floater

North Jersey Friendship House, Inc.; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

North Jersey Friendship House, Inc. is seeking a Rehabilitation Aide - Floater to support members across Food Services, Workshop, and Janitorial units in Hackensack, NJ. The role requires assisting with tasks, supervising activities, and training groups to meet program goals.

Responsibilities include evaluating progress, documenting notes, and coordinating with counselors. A valid driver's license and Serv Safe certification are preferred, with DOH-compliant food service oversight as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years of food service and/or janitorial experience preferred.
• Serv Safe certification or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Basic computer knowledge required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Orient members to unit-specific operations and procedures.
• Supervise and assist members with task completion.
• Lead task-oriented training groups and group activities.
• Conduct initial and quarterly evaluations using program forms.
• Perform time studies.
• Document daily notes in electronic health records and correct discrepancies within 24 hours.
• Respond to emails daily, professionally and in a timely manner.
• Communicate member progress with counselors and report behavioral concerns as needed.
• Follow posted work schedule.
• Setup and calculate daily member work slips.
• Other assigned duties.

Skills

1-2 years of food service/janitorial

Serv Safe certification or able to obt

Basic computer knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Title: Rehabilitation Aide - Floater

Department: Food Service, Workshop, Janitorial

Classification: Full-Time / Non-Exempt

Rate: $18.00 an hour

Location: 125 Atlantic Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601

Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am - 3:15pm

Position Summary

The Rehabilitation Aide – Floater supports members in pre-vocational activities across Food Services, Janitorial, and Workshop units at North Jersey Friendship House (NJFH). The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Responsibilities vary by assignment and are performed as needed.

General Job Duties (All Units)

• Orient members to unit-specific operations and procedures
• Supervise and assist members with task completion
• Lead task-oriented training groups and group activities
• Conduct initial and quarterly evaluations using program forms
• Perform time studies
• Document daily notes in electronic health records and correct discrepancies within 24 hours
• Respond to emails daily, professionally and in a timely manner
• Communicate member progress with counselors and report behavioral concerns as needed
• Follow posted work schedule
• Setup and calculate daily member work slips
• Other assigned duties

Unit-Specific Responsibilities

Food Services

• Train members in food service skills and Department of Health regulations
• Collaborate with Food Service Manager on menu planning
• Supervise food prep, quality control, and member assignments
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and enforce DOH standards
• May include inventory responsibilities as determined by manager
• Supervise in-house meal services and assist with deliveries
• Wear appropriate uniform

Production Workshop

• Interact, help and support members with assignments in a supportive and productive manner
• Maintain a productive and professional work environment
• Drive box truck to pick up/deliver workshop materials when necessary
• Must be able to pick up and move boxes up to 25 lbs.

Janitorial

• Supervise members in the in-house janitorial department
• Evaluate members for community janitorial job readiness
• Assign and supervise daily janitorial tasks
• Oversee building cleaning and janitorial services
• Participate in evacuation drills

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• 1-2 years of food service and/or janitorial experience preferred
• Serv Safe certification or able to obtain within 60 days of hire and maintain certification
• Basic computer knowledge necessary
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record

Equal Opportunity Statement

North Jersey Friendship House is an Equal Opportunity Employer.