Assistant Recreation Director

  • Laureldale Nursing & Rehab
  • Reading, Pennsylvania
  • 12/05/2025
Full time

Job Description

Overview: At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Responsibilities: The Assistant Recreation Director is responsible for assisting the Recreation Director in the development, implementation and supervision of the full scope of recreation services.
Assist with planning the nursing center recreation program by contributing to the development of program philosophies and policies, along with writing procedures, goals and objectives for the program.
Contribute to the implementation of meaningful activities for all patients/residents' that engage them creatively, intellectually, physically, socially and spiritually.
Assist in the recruitment and training of recreation program volunteers. May assume responsibility for volunteer program development and implementation.

Who You Are
Able to lead, teach, train others
Effective communicator with excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
Well-developed organizational abilities
Excellent customer service and hospitality skills

Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and completion of the NAAP/NCCAP Modular I Course for Activity Professionals or Certification in accordance with regulatory agencies governing the center, by the National Certification Council of Activity Professionals (ADC) or the National Council of Therapeutic Recreation Certification (CTRS) OR one (1) year of full-time experience in a social or recreational program within the last 3 years in a health care setting.
Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the spoken English language to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our patients and visitors and to respond to their medical and physical needs.
Must be available for evening and weekend hour as needed

Benefits: Variable compensation plans
Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off

Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled employees and their immediate family members

On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you've already earned

We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:
Pet Insurance
Term and Whole Life Insurance
Short-term Disability
Hospital Indemnity
Personal Accident
Critical Illness
Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range: USD $17.00 - USD $17.00 /Hr.