Alaris Health at Kearny, a 120 bed-skilled nursing center in Kearny, New Jersey, seeks a recreation therapist to work with residents to prevent regression, maintain development and/or restorations of self-care through an ongoing program of activities designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and the physical, mental and psychosocial well-being of each resident.  Above all, to ensure that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes each individual’s needs and rights.

• assisting in planning and promoting recreation based on individualized needs and interests and encouraging participation and engagement
• visiting bed-bound residents and non-participants and providing appropriate recreation services for them
• assisting with the daily radio program, monthly newsletter and recreation calendar
• assisting with volunteer program/appreciation set-up, admission assessments, clinical responsibilities and community interaction programs

and above all, ensuring that residents and families receive the highest quality  of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes each individual’s needs and rights

• A High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least 2 years’ experience working with geriatrics or disabled adults
• Certificate of Completion of the 90 hour MEPAP I/II course preferred
• Comfortable working both as an individual contributor and part of a larger team
• Ability to read, write and understand the English language
• Great customer service and interpersonal skills