Resident Life & Activities Aide

ManhattanView Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare; Union City (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same Day Pay

Weekly Appreciation Event

Monthly Gift Giveaways

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Overtime Available

Full Time/ Part Time and Per Diem

Job summary

ManhattanView Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Union City, NJ seeks an Activities Aide to plan and direct resident recreation programs. Duties include organizing social, arts and crafts, and therapeutic activities aligned with resident needs.

The role supports residents through group and individual programs, coordinates with the care team, and helps maintain program records. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus; full-time or per diem options available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Regulatory certification required.
• English literacy required; bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and promoting recreation based on resident needs.
• Encourage social communication through group recreation.
• Provide sensory training, orientation, re-motivation and re-socialization programs.
• Assist residents with participation in religious programs.
• Assist residents with leisure recreation.
• Visit bed-ridden residents and provide appropriate recreation services.
• Assist with daily radio program, newsletter and recreation calendar.
• Document resident attendance and participation; maintain relevant records.
• Attend in-service training programs.
• Maintain recreation department supplies and equipment.
• Perform duties as directed by the Recreation Director.
• Assist with volunteer program setup and appreciation.
• Transport residents to/from recreation programs.
• Assist with admission assessments, care plans and progress notes.
• Support resident council activities and outcomes.
• Facilitate community interaction programs.
• Ensure residents and families receive high-quality service with respect for needs.

Skills

Effective communicator

Organizational skills

Craft knowledge

Record keeping

Interpersonal skills

TB risk assessment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Regulatory certification

Job description

ManhattanView Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Union City, NJ seeks an Activities Aide to plan and direct resident recreation programs. Duties include organizing social, arts and crafts, and therapeutic activities aligned with resident needs.

The role supports residents through group and individual programs, coordinates with the care team, and helps maintain program records. Bilingual English/Spanish a plus; full-time or per diem options available.