Recreational Aide at Ascension

Town of Lewiston, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 May, 26

Salary

22.12

Posted On

15 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Recreational Program Assistance, Resident Well-being Support, Activity Leadership, Resident Transport, Participation Encouragement, Observation Skills, Documentation, Confidentiality Maintenance, Policy Adherence, Training Attendance, Staff Collaboration, Safety Promotion, Driving Skills, Vision Skills

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Details Location: Lewiston, New York Facility: Our Lady of Peace Department: Activity Recreation Therapy Schedule: Shift Part Time Salary range: $16.75 - $22.12 per hour Benefits Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. Responsibilities Assist with recreational programs that support residents’ mental, physical, and social well-being. Lead activities, transport residents, and encourage participation in group and one-on-one programs. Observe residents for changes, report concerns, and maintain accurate documentation and confidentiality. Follow facility policies, attend trainings, collaborate with staff, and promote a safe, respectful environment. Requirements Licensure / Certification / Registration: Current valid, clean NYS Driver's License (without blemish) with good driving and vision skills required Preferred Registration/Certification: NYS Nurse Aide Certification or COTA preferred Education: High School or equivalent. Employees in job classification prior to 1/22/2010 are grandfathered. Work Experience: Minimum Experience: On the job training. Preferred Experience: One (1) year experience in a clinical health care field, recreation or acceptable position as determined by management. Additional Preferences Part Time 15 hours weekly Rotating shifts may include some 11:30am-7:30pm shifts, every other weekend Current valid, clean NYS Driver's License (without blemish) with good driving and vision skills required Preferred Registration/Certification: NYS Nurse Aide Certification or COTA preferred Why Join Our Team Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.

Responsibilities

Assist with recreational programs designed to support residents' mental, physical, and social well-being, which includes leading activities, transporting residents, and encouraging participation in group and one-on-one settings. Responsibilities also involve observing residents for changes, reporting concerns, and maintaining accurate documentation while adhering to facility policies.