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Recreation Assistant

St. Johnland Nursing Center
Kings Park, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/2/2026

$500 Sign on Bonus

Recreation Assistants Needed

5 Days per week/ Works one shift every weekend.

St. Johnland is seeking a friendly and enthusiastic Recreation Assistant to join our team! As a Recreation Assistant you will support our Rec Therapy Department, helping our residents achieve physical, emotional, and social well-being through engaging activities and programs. If you have a passion for eldercare and want to enhance the lives of our residents, please apply!

Responsibilities include:

  • Conducting individual recreation programs
  • Participating in facility wide events
  • Documenting program attendance and participation
  • Following care plans, safety guidelines and ensuring the well-being of our resident population
  • Encouraging resident participation, socialization, and community engagement

WHAT YOU NEED:
(Requirements/Qualifications)

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must be able to communicate in English
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time
  • 1-year previous experience in Nursing Home Recreation preferred
  • Therapeutic Recreation Certificate preferred
  • Compassionate and positive attitude
  • Commitment to providing exceptional care and service to our residents

WHO WE ARE:

St. Johnland Nursing and Rehab, founded in 1872, is a non-profit skilled nursing facility dedicated to providing exceptional care and compassion to our residents. We are a 250 bed facility and premier provider for skilled nursing care. Our specialties include Alzheimer’s/Dementia, head injury rehabilitation, long-term care, and subacute care. Our rich history and commitment to excellence has made us a trusted name in the community.

You can learn more about us and our other openings at: https://stjohnland.org/

At St. Johnland, we offer:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Paid Time Off –
  • 11 Holidays, 4 Personal Days, 10 Vacation Days, 12 Sick Days
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401(k) with Employer Match!
  • Life Insurance
  • Pay from: $17.92 to $18.27 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.92 - $18.27 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $18

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