Recreational Aide - Per Diem Days

Overview:

Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Responsibilities:

A day in the life of a Recreational Aide at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Exhibit knowledge and understanding of resident's diagnosis and special needs.
• Identify and re-integrate residents' leisure interests through implementation of activity programs under the supervision of the Director or Therapist.
• Recognize needs not directly related to Recreation Therapy and refer to the appropriate team member.
• Completes assigned documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Completes all other duties as assigned by Director/Designee.
• Prepares effective oral and written communication as directed.
• Informs supervisor and/or appropriate staff of pertinent issues/concerns.
• Initiates communication of constructive ideas and suggestions.
• Conducts group and 1:1 programming effectively and with good time management.
• Able to drive van and follows transportation procedures.
• Responsible for assisting during an out trip and special events.
• Follows safety guidelines during the provision of services.
• Other Duties as assigned: Handles special projects and rush assignments as needed, in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Develops and maintains good working relationships with other staff.
• Effective communication with other staff, medical personnel, residents and their family/significant others, visitors and outside agencies and referral services.
• Basic computer skills, including e-mail.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office
• Long-term care facility experience
• Prior work experience with geriatric and disabled populations.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish)

If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!