Resident Life & Activity Leader (3-Month Temp)

Atrium Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a dedicated Recreation Leader to support residents through engaging activities and programs. This full-time position may be temporary for a 3-month assignment, with a pay rate of $20.00 to $24.00 per hour.

You will plan, lead, and evaluate recreational activities, provide one-on-one visits, and collaborate with nursing staff to enhance residents' quality of life while maintaining HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of recreation, activities, or related experience (long-term care or skilled nursing preferred).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic personality.
• Creative thinker with the ability to engage residents of varying abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Professional demeanor when interacting with residents, families, visitors, and staff.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating recreational programs.
• Lead group and individual activities including games, arts and crafts, music, religious services, holiday celebrations, and special events.
• Provide one-on-one visits, motivation, and reality orientation to residents as needed.
• Observe, document, and report resident participation, behaviors, and progress.
• Encourage resident and family involvement in activity planning and care goals.
• Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary team members to enhance residents' quality of life.
• Set up, supervise, and clean activity areas before and after programs.
• Maintain recreation supplies, equipment, and activity materials.
• Safely transport residents to and from activities within the facility.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations and all facility policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate personality

Creative thinking

English proficiency

Independent work

Job description

Atrium Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a dedicated Recreation Leader to support residents through engaging activities and programs. This full-time position may be temporary for a 3-month assignment, with a pay rate of $20.00 to $24.00 per hour.

You will plan, lead, and evaluate recreational activities, provide one-on-one visits, and collaborate with nursing staff to enhance residents' quality of life while maintaining HIPAA compliance.