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Location

Elizabeth, NJ | United States

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Job Summary:

The role of the Program Assistant will facilitate various activities that promote physical activity, healthy eating and nutrition, positive personal development and wellness; and to engage and support elementary and primary school aged children and families in our community. Under the direction of the Program Leader, the Program Assistant provides operational and administrative assistance to the Program Leader and Program Staff, performs a variety of administrative, coordination and logistical services in support of the operations of the Program, and assists with information management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working under the supervision of the After School Program Supervisor the Program Assistant will instruct and participate in a variety of physical activities aimed at engaging students in fun, recreational and lifelong learning objectives.
• Supervise children attending the program and promote safety and respect amongst all participants.
• Ensure a friendly and supportive atmosphere is maintained by developing appropriate strategies to support children in managing their behavior.
• Respond to the individual needs of children and establish stable and consistent relationships with each child and their families/caregivers.
• Liaise sensitively with parents on matters concerning their children while maintaining confidentiality.
• Ensure that the health and safety needs of the children are met and all health and safety issues are dealt with immediately and appropriately.

Job Requirements:

• B.A. or B.S. in Psychology or Social Work
  • In lieu of degree, five years clinical experience with children/adolescent population
• Valid New Jersey driver's license in good standing

Additional Information:

Trinitas Regional Medical Center is a full-service healthcare facility serving those living and working in Eastern and Central Union counties.

Our Elizabeth, NJ hospital operates on two major campuses. Trinitas Regional Medical Center has 554 beds, including a 120-bed long-term care center. Trinitas Regional Medical Center is proud to offer state-of-the-art medicine backed by compassion and competence.

Our friendly, professional staff includes skilled physicians who are the foundation of the care we provide. Together, our medical team offers the community the most advanced technological care in every area of medicine and surgery.

RWJBarnabas Health is the most comprehensive health care delivery system in New Jersey, with a service area covering five million people. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals Clara Maass Medical Center in Belleville, Community Medical Center in Toms River, Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, RWJUH- New Brunswick, RWJUH- Somerset in Somerville, RWJUH- Hamilton, RWJUH- Rahway and Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston; three acute care children s hospitals and a leading pediatric rehabilitation hospital (Children s Specialized Hospital), a freestanding 100-bed behavioral health center, trauma centers, a satellite emergency department, ambulatory care centers, geriatric centers, the state s largest behavioral health network, comprehensive home care and hospice programs, fitness and wellness centers, retail pharmacy services, a medical group, multi-site imaging centers and an accountable care organization.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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