Recreation Aide

Centers Adult Day Care
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time

Centers Adult Day Care -

Bushwick Center is actively seeking a Recreation Aide to work for our Adult Day Care located in Bushwick, NY . The ideal candidate will have previous experience working with the elderly.

DUTIES :

  • Assist department staff with the implementation of activities and programs for Residents; focusing on individual interests
  • Work directly with Residents on units
  • Assist Recreation Director and set up, implement, and clean up programs as needed
  • Organize and obtain supplies and equipment as requested
  • Assist recreation specialists & set up program areas as needed
  • Keep daily attendance and document residents’ participation in activities
  • Assist residents to program location and return residents to appropriate units
  • Collaborate with Recreation Director to create / modify the recreation calendar and coordinate with outside parties to implement recreational activities.

Distribute calendars.

  • Be familiar with established emergency procedures
  • Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS :

  • Positive attitude and energy is a must!!
  • Experience with activities in healthcare settings or college work in recreation therapy
  • Knowledge of APIE preferred
  • Previous experience with Geriatric population preferred
  • Proficient computer skills necessary
  • Knowledge of APIE (assessment / planning / implementation / evaluating) programs
  • Ability to work effectively as a team member
  • Strong organizational & planning skills; ability to multi-task

About Us :

Bushwick Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a 225-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located on the border of Brooklyn & Queens.

Our size enables a warm, nurturing environment, which allows each resident to maintain his or her individuality. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life of all our residents, by maintaining each resident’s dignity and independence.

Bushwick Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care consortium.

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