Recreation Specialist

3 weeks ago

Rochester, United States Friendly Senior Living Full time
Recreation Specialist

Full Time (37.5 hours per week) | Day and Evening Shift

** Pay range $19-25.38/hour ** (based on experience)

The Friendly Home is a highly rated Senior Care Community, located in Brighton, NY - we embrace and live our values every day: Friendship, Teamwork, Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, and Customer Focus. Because Friends Care Always

Requirements for a Friendly Home Recreation Specialist:
  • Bachelor or Associate Degree in Recreation or other health related field.
  • At least six months in recreation therapy.
  • Long term care experience preferred.
  • Ability to lead groups and work comfortably with memory impaired individuals.
  • Ability to communicate well and to work with others.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Must have excellent assessment and writing skills.
  • Must have valid NYS driver's license.
Responsibilities for a Friendly Home Recreation Specialist:

The Recreation Specialist carries out the program of recreational activities of the Home by direct participation, supervision, and instruction of the Members participating in the program; assists in the over-all planning of the Recreation program, and supports Culture of Excellence through active role with assigned neighborhood initiatives.
  • Prepares for, sets-up and conducts scheduled activity groups as assigned by supervisor. Orders and/or purchases supplies with approval from supervisor.
  • Responsible for all required medical record documentation on assigned Member caseload; includes assessments for MDS completion, initial, transfer, re-admission, change of condition, behavior, and quarterly assessments. Utilizes in-house computer network programs to complete medical record documentation.
  • Plans and coordinates services on special events and/or projects as assigned by supervisor.
  • Plans for 1-1 interventions and/or visitations with those Members not actively participating in group programs.
  • Prepares for and attends Patient Care Conferences as assigned. Provides input for interdisciplinary team and is responsible for CAAs when triggered.
  • Responsible for supervision of volunteers assigned to assist with programs.
  • Keeps an attendance record of all Members visited on a 1-1 basis or in attendance at groups.
  • Covers weekend programs as scheduled and may assist in evening programs when needed.
  • May be assigned to take Members on outings and is responsible to meet their needs and to maintain their safety.
  • Recreation Specialists assigned to dementia units prepare monthly schedule of activities with input from unit staff.
  • Helps transport Members to recreation programs when needed.
  • Makes posters, sign-up sheets and/or visits to keep Members informed of programs offered and to encourage their participation.
  • Participates in service education and safety programs. May attend selected meetings and workshops to improve job skills.
  • Performs other duties as required by supervisor or by Administration as directed.
About The Friendly Senior Living:
  • We embrace independence and personal choice in a culture of excellence where we live our values - always.
  • Newsweek ranked Friendly Home the #1 nursing home in Monroe County
  • Named a "Best Nursing Home 2024" by U.S. News & World Report
  • Selected as a 2023 Elevating Women honoree by Rochester Business Journal
Our excellence is based upon the dedication of ALL our employees, who take great pride in providing compassionate care and services to our Members.

Benefits offered by the Friendly Senior Living:
  • Sign-on Bonus (if applicable)
  • Competitive Pay with Evening, Night, and Weekend Shift Differentials
  • No Mandated Shifts
  • Pay On Demand Option (Get Paid Immediately)
  • Tuition Assistance & Professional Growth Opportunities
  • On-site Employee Cafeteria
  • PTO / Paid Holidays / Paid Sick Time
  • Medical / Dental / Vision
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Supportive culture that values Friendship, Teamwork, Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, and Customer Focus.


Friendly Home is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by laws and regulations.

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