Recreation Aide (Per-diem)

Surge Rehab and Nursing • Middle Island, NY

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About The Position

Surge Rehab and Nursing is seeking an upbeat, energetic, caring, and reliable Recreation Aide to plan and lead activities and special events that engage residents. The role calls for creativity in areas such as art, music, readings, or dance, along with good listening and communication skills and dependable follow-through. Music interest or experience is a plus.

The aide must be adaptable, organized, and able to manage resources and records. The position involves working with residents who may be sick, injured, elderly, or from different backgrounds, and requires patience and compassion. The aide must follow and enforce safety policies and procedures and be flexible to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. The listed schedule is Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with weekends as needed. This is a per-diem position paying $19.50 per hour.

Requirements

• Be upbeat, energetic, caring, outgoing, and warm.
• Be reliable, dependable, and able to work as a team player.
• Demonstrate good listening and communication skills and follow through.
• Have adaptability, strong organization, and time-management skills.
• Show patience and compassion when dealing with others, particularly people who are sick, injured, elderly, or from different backgrounds.
• Be physically fit and able to walk, dance, stand, lift, or meet other physical demands.
• Be flexible to work when needed, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• A high school diploma and certain certifications may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Interest and experience in music.
• Additional education or experience with nursing homes, short-term rehabilitation, recreational activities, event planning, or related work.

Responsibilities

• Create programs that get residents involved and excited.
• Supervise activities and special events for residents.
• Use creative talents in one or more areas such as art, music, readings, or dance.
• Follow and enforce safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain strong resource management and record-keeping.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED