Resident Engagement & Game Room Lead

Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center seeks a Game Room & Recreation Specialist to oversee the facility's game room and foster a lively, inclusive recreational environment for residents. You will engage residents directly, organize games and events, develop programming around resident interests, and collaborate with the Activities Department to promote socialization and meaningful engagement.

The role emphasizes hands-on interaction and supervision during activities, ensuring a positive

Qualifications

• Energetic, outgoing and comfortable engaging residents individually and in groups.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Creative and able to develop new activities, competitions, and events.
• Able to motivate and encourage resident participation.
• Organized and capable of managing recreational programs and events.
• Patient and comfortable working with elderly residents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the facility's game room.
• Maintain an active presence in the game room and engage directly with residents.
• Welcome residents into the game room and encourage participation.
• Organize and facilitate games and activities (pool, cards, dominoes, chess, etc.).
• Plan and conduct special recreational events and leagues.
• Develop new recreational ideas based on resident interests.
• Monitor the game room to promote a safe, respectful environment.
• Promote upcoming leagues, tournaments, and events to residents.
• Track participation and adjust programming accordingly.
• Collaborate with facility leadership and the Activities Department.

Skills

Energetic

Interpersonal skills

Creative

Motivates participation

Organized programs

Patient

Experience in recreation

Game knowledge

Job description

Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center seeks a Game Room & Recreation Specialist to oversee the facility's game room and foster a lively, inclusive recreational environment for residents. You will engage residents directly, organize games and events, develop programming around resident interests, and collaborate with the Activities Department to promote socialization and meaningful engagement.

The role emphasizes hands-on interaction and supervision during activities, ensuring a positive