Recreation & Leisure Assistant- Long Term Care (Per Diem, Hours Vary)

Rochester Regional Health • Town of Greece, NY

5d

About The Position

The Recreation & Leisure Assistant plans and implements meaningful activities for residents in a long-term care setting. The role uses organizational and planning skills, customer service, and compassion to support resident engagement. The position is in the Physical Medicine department at Edna Tina Wilson Living Center in Rochester, New York. The schedule is Monday through Friday with varying hours, and weekends are required every other weekend. The position is per diem.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Kind, patient-focused approach.
• Exceptional planning and management skills.
• Physical readiness for frequent driving, repeated entry into and exit from vehicles, and occasional lifting and carrying of equipment weighing up to 100 pounds or more.
• Strong fine and gross motor control, firm grasping ability, and heightened visual and auditory awareness.
• Ability to make decisions and manage care independently in the field or home setting.
• Valid licensure.

Responsibilities

• Implement group programs and structured individual activities.
• Respond to resident requests.
• Communicate with residents, families, coordinator staff, and volunteers.
• Assist with transporting residents to and from activities.
• Prepare appropriately for scheduled activities, including coordinating necessary supplies and equipment.
• Log daily activities.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed