What are the responsibilities and job description for the Recreation Aide FT and PT position at Serenity Spring Senior Living at Jasonville?
Serenity Spring Senior Living at Jasonville Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a dynamic and caring individual for a Full and Part Time positios within the Activities Department. Experience is a plus. Individual must be willing to work every other weekend / holiday.
This position requires tact, sensitivity and professionalism due to constant interaction with residents and families.
Position duties include:
- Establish rapport with Alzheimer's/Dementia care residents and their families
- Develop approaches/interventions to meet the psychosocial needs of residents
- Collaborate with Activity Director to develop and run programming ideas for residents
- Demonstrate knowledge and experience with residents having dementia and appropriate therapeutic/behavioral interventions
- Must be able to work with a team
- Ensure residents are treated with dignity and respect
- Must have a positive attitude, enthusiasm, creativity, patience and energy
Job Type: Full Time / Part-Time
Required experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least one year experience in pediatrics and/or geriatrics recreation
- Be able to facilitate group programs independently
- Positive attitude and energy
- Strong communication, interpersonal and written/reading skills
- Valid driver's license
