Recreation Aide

Alaris Health at Hamilton Park, a 200+ bed-skilled nursing Center in Jersey City, New Jersey, seeks a recreation assistant to plan, organize and direct resident activity programs, which may include varied an diversified programming for different cognitive levels of resident function from Wii competitions to bingo to coffee carts and everything in between. Additional responsibilities include :

assisting in planning and promoting recreation based on individualized needs and interests and encouraging participation and engagement

visiting bed-bound residents and non-participants and providing appropriate recreation services for them

assisting with the daily radio program, monthly newsletter and recreation calendar

assisting with volunteer program / appreciation set-up, admission assessments, clinical responsibilities and community interaction programs

and above all, ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes each individual’s needs and rights

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

High school degree or equivalent and certification in accordance with regulatory agencies governing the Center

Full command of the English language

Excellent multi-tasking and communication skills

Positive attitude and have great interaction with everyone from residents to the general public

Comfortable working both as an individual contributor and part of a larger team