Recreation Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Available Shift; Full-Time or Part -Time with Every other Weekend

We offer the Following:

• Premium Compensation

• Great Benefits Package

• Professional Growth & Stability

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

• Must  demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the  residents served

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant  such action. 

Educational Requirements:

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent 

Experience Required:

General work experience preferred but not required; will train Professional Licensure and Certification Required: N/A 

Essential Functions 

• Implement Recreation procedures as directed by the Recreation Director by creating decorations,  setting up necessary equipment, creating ceramics, needlework, woodwork and other crafts,  escorting residents to and from Recreation area, and awarding prizes. 

• Assist in scheduling movies, planning parties, and providing games/activities for residents.

• Encourage residents to participate in recreational social activities so that all residents are involved  in activities by engaging in and organizing games, crafts, religious services, parties, etc.

• Encourage residents to participate in recreational social activities so that all residents are involved  in activities by engaging in and organizing games, crafts, religious services, parties, etc.

• Assist in-room residents by visiting with them, writing letters, running errands, making  appointments, etc., as necessary. 

• Participate and guide individual, and/or group, re-motivation and reality orientation sessions to  promote the worth, self-esteem and reality level of the residents. 

• Complete required documentation as directed in the resident’s medical record. 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.

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