Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Recreation Assistant, Extended Care - Administration in Elizabeth, New Jersey
Recreation Assistant, Extended Care - AdministrationReq #:0000152578
Category:Clerical / Administrative Support
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department:Extended Care - Administration
Location:
New Point Campus, 655 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
Job Overview:
A Recreation Assistant is responsible for helping with physical, educational or social activities in a variety of settings. The Recreation Assistant aids residents or patients with the use of equipment, and planning and monitoring their participation in various activities.
Qualifications:
Required:
High School Diploma or Equivalency
Must be able to run scheduled programs with minimal supervision of Director and in the Director s absence
Preferred:
- Previous experience in a long-term care setting
Scheduling Requirements:
Shift working, 8:00 4:00pm each day
Monday-Friday
FT
Essential Functions:
Assists with planning of Monthly calendars and newsletters to communicate to residents, staff and family members time and location for all activities on assigned floor/ units
Making daily rounds introducing self to all new residents on assigned floor, assessing residents needs psychological, emotional, spiritual, and cognitive
Has specific area for decorating facility to enhance seasons holidays themes and parties
Attends and participates in meetings relevant to residents care and facility practices
Escorts residents to monthly resident council meetings and assists Director with meeting
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer