NOW HIRING: Recreation Assistant - Make a Difference Every Day!Spring Hills Somerset - Somerset, NJPosition Type: Part-Time Schedule: 9:00am-4:30pm every Friday and every other weekend About Spring Hills Somerset: At Spring Hills Somerset, we are dedicated to providing compassionate, engaging, and person-centered care for our residents. Our program is designed to enhance the lives of those with dementia through meaningful engagement, and we are seeking a Recreation Coordinator to lead our efforts in fostering a vibrant and stimulating environment. Position Overview: The Recreation Assistant is responsible for planning and leading recreational programs that cater to the strengths, abilities, and interests of our memory care residents. This role involves organizing daily activities, managing social programs, and collaborating with our care team to ensure residents experience fulfillment and joy each day. Key Responsibilities:
- Program Leadership: Conduct engaging daily activities that encourage resident participation.
- Resident Interaction: Foster meaningful connections by modeling and encouraging participation in recreational programs.
- Event Planning: Assist in creating monthly calendars, newsletters, and resident social clubs.
- Collaboration: Work with interdisciplinary teams to implement memory care programming effectively.
- Resident Support: Assist with pre-move-in procedures, assessments, and emotional and social support.
- Community Engagement: Organize and attend family support groups, outings, and special events.
- Team Training: Mentor staff and volunteers on best practices for engaging with residents.
- Compliance & Safety: Maintain a safe and supportive environment while ensuring proper activity supplies and materials.
Desired Skills & Attributes:
- Creativity & Enthusiasm: Ability to develop engaging activities that promote joy and connection.
- Strong Communication: Effectively interact with residents, families, and team members.
- Compassionate & Patient: Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for memory care residents.
- Organized & Detail-Oriented: Able to manage schedules, calendars, and activity materials efficiently.
- Flexibility & Adaptability: Willing to adjust plans to meet the needs of residents.
Qualifications:
- Education: Associate's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 6 months in memory care, senior living, or recreation services.
- Certifications: Valid driver's license required; dementia care knowledge preferred.
- Technology Skills: Basic proficiency in computer business software.
Apply Today! If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of those with dementia, we invite you to join our team at Spring Hills Somerset! Spring Hills Somerset is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all.