Posted 1mo ago

Recreation Assistant

@ Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey
West Caldwell, New Jersey, United States
$17-$19/hrOnsiteTemporary
Responsibilities:Assists residents to/from programs, Meet new admissions for leisure assessment, Encourages resident participation
Requirements Summary:Assist residents with programs; HS diploma; Recreation Therapy degree preferred; 2+ years in recreation programming; Covid-19 vaccination required.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Basic computer skills
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Recreation Assistant






Department:
Activities
Location:
West Caldwell, NJ







�It's a great place to work because there is always room for improvement and learning New things.�

�Its warm and friendly.�

�First of all it gives us good opportunities for growth. and -has good corporate structure.�

�The residents and my coworkers are very friendly and open mind we become a big family�

�I would say: understanding, respectful, team player.�

Those are real statements from real employees at Crane's Mill.

We hope you feel the same way once you experience what it is like to work here.....

*Balance of Work/Life* *Commitment* *Compassion* *Accountability*

These are few of words that describes our Culture. Apply today and learn more!

Crane's Mill has a per-diem opportunity for an enthusiastic Recreation Assistant at our West Caldwell community! $16.50-19.00/hour.

This is an ideal role for someone who loves working with the senior population and enjoys facilitating the social, cultural, and therapeutic programming for our residents. Other responsibilities may include:

  1. Assists Residents to and from social, cultural and therapeutic programs.
  2. Meet with new admissions to make a mini assessment on their leisure interest and pursuits.
  3. Present an energetic outlook to encourage active Resident participation.
  4. Keep a daily log of those who participate in programs.
  5. Network to create ideas for providing a variety of different programs for the monthly calendar of events.

Education/Training/Certifications:

High School diploma/GED; Bachelor�s Degree in Recreation Therapy; Certification in Recreational Therapy preferred.

Skill(s): Basic computer skills required. Flexible with work hours and work every other weekend and potentially two evenings per month or as needed.

Experience: Two to three years experience in recreational programming in a skilled nursing facility preferred.

We care about our team members and the people we serve, so we made the decision to require all employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19. Only candidates that are vaccinated or willing to be vaccinated should apply.

LSMNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.








 


 

 


 

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