Senior Activity Leader: Enrich Residents' Daily Lives

Excelsior Care Group; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

PTO

401(k) retirement plan

Employee recognition program

Team environment

Job summary

Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a creative, energetic Recreation Aide to enrich the lives of residents through engaging activities and meaningful social interactions. The role involves planning and leading activities for older adults, coordinating events, and promoting a welcoming environment.

The position requires enthusiasm, strong communication, and the ability to adapt activities to diverse abilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with older adults or in healthcare/activities setting preferred.
• Energetic, enthusiastic, creative, and compassionate.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills; able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to engage residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead individual and group recreational activities.
• Facilitate cognitive, physical, social, and leisure programs that promote resident engagement.
• Assist with coordinating monthly events, holiday celebrations, and special activities.
• Encourage resident participation while adapting activities to individual interests, abilities, and needs.
• Build positive relationships with residents and promote a welcoming, inclusive environment.
• Assist with transporting residents to and from activities as needed.
• Maintain activity supplies and ensure activity areas remain clean and organized.
• Observe residents during activities and report any concerns to the appropriate staff.
• Ensure resident safety, dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at all times.
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to enhance residents' quality of life.

Skills

Energetic

Enthusiastic

Creative

Compassionate

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Anchor Care and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a creative, energetic Recreation Aide to enrich the lives of residents through engaging activities and meaningful social interactions. The role involves planning and leading activities for older adults, coordinating events, and promoting a welcoming environment.

The position requires enthusiasm, strong communication, and the ability to adapt activities to diverse abilities.