Recreation Aide

Responsibilities will include working with the Director of Therapeutic Recreation to coordinate and facilitate a program of social, recreational, and creative arts activities for our Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing residents. Activities may include drama, dance, music, painting, drawing, pottery, exercise, weaving, creative writing, gardening, field trips, etc.

Schedule: We're looking for someone who has availability weekdays and weekends. Weekdays can be flexible. 

Mon. 9-12, Wed. 9-12, Friday 9-4:30, Saturday 9-4:30

Sun: 9-4:30, Mon. 9-12, Wed. 9-12, Thursday 9-4:30, Fri and weekend off.

Total 20 hours a week

All employees receive:

• Performance Bonuses/Annual Increases
• PayActiv Program! Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow (50% of your wages are accessible the next day, no need to wait until "pay-day" to access funds)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Conveniently located on the public CT Transit Line
• Verizon Wireless Discount, 18%
• Employee discount in the on-site Bistro 
• Free secure parking
• Highly Vaccinated Campus  
• Retirement Plan - 403B - with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 5% of salary after one year
• Free access to the Fitness and Wellness Center, pool and walking trails

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Develops, publicizes, implements, and evaluates short and long term programs for residents in the areas of social and recreational activities and creative arts, including but not limited to:

a. Promotion of drama, dance, music, painting, drawing, pottery, exercise, weaving, creative writing, gardening, and other crafts.

            b. Planning and coordination of field trips, special events and guest speakers/artists.

c. Coordination with and solicitation of appropriate community resources to promote resident participation in the community and involvement of the community.

2. Keeps records of resident participation and interest.

3. Coordinates with other staff members relating to scheduling of events and use of facilities and services on committees as needed.

4. Understands and supports the philosophy and mission of the facility.

5. Conveys a professional and caring image.

6. Abides by residents' rights.

Who We Are: Seabury is a premier Not-for-Profit Active Life Plan Community located on 66 acres of beautiful Connecticut countryside. We have a comprehensive continuum of care and services that includes Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, and homemaker companion services. In addition, we offer Seabury At Home, an innovative, home-based life care program designed for individuals who prefer to age in place in their own homes. As a free-standing not-for-profit Life Plan Community, Seabury is committed to providing excellence in health care, services, and accommodations, emphasizing a "Wellness for Life" philosophy for both residents and staff.   

What We Do: Seabury employees are passionate about providing Five-Star customer service and are committed to exceptional resident care. We live our company Vision daily by "Revolutionizing the Experience of Aging!"  

Thank you for your interest in Seabury ~ we look forward to talking with you about how you can impact our residents' and members’ lives!