Recreation Aide
About The Position
King David Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is looking for a Recreational Aide to join the team at our Skilled Nursing Facility in Brooklyn, NY! The Allure Group is a consortium of six rehabilitation centers across Brooklyn and Manhattan, NY, specializing in post-acute and sub-acute skilled nursing and rehabilitation. We pride ourselves in providing a high standard of care for patients of all ages and conditions while upholding an environment of kindness, dignity, and respect for employees and residents. As a Recreational Aide at The Allure Group, you would be part of a winning team doing meaningful work to improve residents' quality of life, health, and comfort.
Requirements
- High school diploma or its equivalent
- Previous experience with the senior population
Nice To Haves
- COVID-19 Vaccination Preferred
- Music skills
- Bilingual
Responsibilities
- Assist with planning, organizing, and leading recreational activities and programs for residents.
- Encourage resident participation in social, physical, mental, educational, and creative activities.
- Observe and report residents’ participation, mood, behavior, and progress.
- Assist with resident assessments, recreation care plans, and progress documentation.
- Involve residents and families in planning activities and individual recreation goals when appropriate.
- Set up and supervise activities, including games, crafts, movies, parties, hobbies, and special events.
- Provide one-on-one visits and activities for residents, including those who are bedbound or unable to attend group activities.
- Assist residents with crafts, projects, reading, letter writing, errands, and other recreational needs.
- Coordinate activities and services with other departments, families, and community resources as needed.
- Assist with transportation, appointments, and other resident needs as directed.
- Maintain accurate activity records, reports, and required documentation.
- Help maintain recreation supplies, equipment, decorations, and activity areas.
- Support quality improvement efforts, facility inspections, and department initiatives.
- Follow resident care plans, facility policies, and direction from the Director of Recreation or Supervisor.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive pay scale
- Medical and dental coverage
- 401k
- Paid time off
- CEU-eligible training programs
- Ongoing leadership and professional development training
- Dedicated and local leadership support
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
