Recreational Aide - Per Diem Days

Hackensack Meridian Health
Edison, Middlesex, NJ
Full-time

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives and we help one another to succeed.

With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. 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!

30+ days ago
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