Recreation Specialist Job at Middletown Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare, Middletown, NY

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  • Middletown Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare
  • Middletown, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

* NEW HIGHER RATES * 1199 UNION POSITION * EXCELLENT BENEFITS * HEALTH INSURANCE PLANS START AT NO COST *

Recreation Specialist Summary:

  • Full Time and Part Time Positions
  • Morning and Afternoon shift 9am - 5pm or 12pm - 8pm; or 4pm - 8pm
  • Every Other Weekend Required

Middletown Park Rehabilitation & Healthcare is a 230-bed *5 STAR* rated skilled nursing facility dedicated to being a premier provider in short-term rehabilitation, subacute, & long-term healthcare services & trusted by families to care for their loved ones for 30+ years. Our mission is to provide high quality care to all with respect & compassion through a team approach that focuses on personalized goals. We offer EXCELLENT benefits including Aetna Health benefits on the 1st of the month after hire, along with other key benefits!!

  • The role of the Recreation Specialist is to implement programs on the monthly Recreation Calendar, and work directly with the Residents, promoting participation in individual, group or independent recreation or leisure interests, improving the quality of life for all residents.
  • Assist in planning and conducting a variety of recreation programs designed to meet the needs, capabilities, and interests of the Residents
  • Keep ongoing and accurate progress notes and attendance records of all residents to and from activities
  • Help in transporting Residents to and from all recreation programs
  • Carry out regular one to one activities with the Residents and record these activities in the attendance book
  • Assume responsibility for the physical set-up and break-down of the room when assigned to an activity
  • Maintain and display art work for decorations, internal publicity, plants, and all horticulture items
  • Assist with special department projects, up to and including, but not limited to pet therapy
Requirements:
  • Previous experience with geriatric patients is a huge plus!
  • CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Certification a huge plus!
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Work well under pressure & willing to work harmoniously with all staff
  • Sincere desire to work with the elderly, chronically ill, and handicapped
  • Possess a spirit of cooperation and enthusiasm
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Must be able to communicate well verbally with residents, families and staff
  • Treat residents and fellow staff with respect, dignity, and compassion
  • Must be able to work every other weekend and some holidays
  • *Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED ; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC

We are an equal opportunity employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all!

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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