Senior Living Activities Coordinator

Adroit Care Rehabilitation & Nursing Center; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Generous PTO

401(k) Retirement

Employee Recognition

Supportive team environment

Employee discounts

Job summary

Adroit Care Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a Recreation Aide to enrich residents' lives through engaging activities in a full-time role. You will plan and lead group and individual programs, promote social interaction, and support a safe, welcoming environment.

Ideal candidates are energetic, creative, and compassionate with strong communication and organizational skills. Prior experience with older adults is preferred, and the team collaborates to enhance residents' quality of life.

Qualifications

• Energetic and enthusiastic about engaging residents.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to adapt activities to residents with varying abilities.
• Creative and compassionate approach to planning activities.
• Previous experience with older adults or in healthcare/activities setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and lead individual and group recreational activities.
• Facilitate cognitive, physical, social, and leisure programs to engage residents.
• Coordinate monthly events, holidays, and special activities.
• Encourage participation and tailor activities to individual interests and needs.
• Build positive relationships and foster a welcoming environment.
• Assist with transporting residents to activities when needed.
• Maintain supplies and keep activity areas clean and organized.
• Observe residents and report concerns to staff.
• Ensure safety, dignity, and privacy during activities.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to enhance quality of life.

Skills

Energetic

Creative

Compassionate

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Adroit Care Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a Recreation Aide to enrich residents' lives through engaging activities in a full-time role. You will plan and lead group and individual programs, promote social interaction, and support a safe, welcoming environment.

Ideal candidates are energetic, creative, and compassionate with strong communication and organizational skills. Prior experience with older adults is preferred, and the team collaborates to enhance residents' quality of life.