Wilton Meadows is looking for a Part-Time Recreation Assistant to join our team! 24-hours a week The Recreation Assistant supports the development and delivery of engaging, therapeutic, and meaningful recreational programs that enhance the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being of residents here at Wilton Meadows. This role assists in planning, organizing, and implementing activities tailored to residents' abilities, preferences, and care plans. This position will assist in the activity programs. Recreation Assistant will float between our long-term and memory care units. Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Qualifications:

Possess a High School Diploma. Basic computer skills. Demonstrate integrity, initiative, good judgement, compassion, creativity, adaptability, sensitivity and professionalism. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Makes all programs and experiences about the resident and maintain a resident focused outlook in your daily assignments. Encourage and motivate resident participation in recreational programs. Works as a team member throughout the facility on a daily basis. Keep up activities assessments and implement approaches provided in resident care Assume the responsibility and accountability of Activity Aide. Implement activities with other departments as necessary. Maintaining an open line of communication with Recreation department. Personnel Functions. Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the facility. Encourage resident self-esteem by visiting and conversing with residents on a regular basis. Assist bed residents by visiting with them, writing letters, etc., as necessary. Encourage residents to develop their educational development through reading, etc. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level at which they are currently functioning. Wilton Meadows is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Thank you, for applying!

Job Type:

Part-Time Work Authorization United States (required) Pay Frequency Weekly IND123

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Can you lead or assist with group activities such as crafts, games, music, or exercise sessions?

Work Location:

In person