Activities Aide

SSMO Ministries Corp.; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

SSMO Ministries Corp. in Beaverton, OR is seeking an Activities Aide to bring joy, connection, and creativity to residents through engaging programs and special events throughout the year.

This onsite role may require weekend work and involves assisting with monthly activity calendars and setting up events. You will provide one-to-one programming for residents who cannot join groups, coordinate with staff for transportation to activities, and help decorate for holidays.

Qualifications

• Must pass all required background screening.
• Experience working in the long-term care setting.
• Experience working with individuals living with physical or cognitive disabilities, including individuals with Dementia.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to establish strong rapport with Maryville residents and their families and friends.
• Must be an individual with abundance of patience.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of residents, staff and volunteers.
• A proven track record of reliability and a strong attention to detail
• Must be able to read, understand and speak English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Assists in carrying out activity programs as identified in the monthly calendar and as instructed by the activity’s director.
• Provides one-to-one programming for residents who cannot participate in a group setting.
• Coordinates with the activity’s director and other staff as necessary to bring residents to and from activities and events.
• Assists in decorating for the holidays with the help of residents and the volunteers and helps carry out special events.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Public speaking

Reliability

Job description

Activities Aide# Activities AideHot JobMARYVILLE SNF - BEAVERTON, OR 97007## OverviewSalary Range$17.00 - $25.00 HourlyLevelEntry## DescriptionJoin our team as an **Activities Aide**, where you’ll bring joy, connection, and creativity to our residents’ lives! In this role, you’ll engage residents in fun, safe, and enriching activities and help bring special events to life throughout the year—from planning and set-up to clean-up and celebration. This role is onsite in Beaverton and may be required to work weekends.**Responsibilities:*** Assists in carrying out activity programs as identified in the monthly calendar and as instructed by the activity’s director.* Provides one-to-one programming for residents who cannot participate in a group setting.* Coordinates with the activity’s director and other staff as necessary to bring residents to and from activities and events.* Assists in decorating for the holidays with the help of residents and the volunteers and helps carry out special events.* Performs other related duties as assigned.**Required Qualifications:*** Must pass all required background Screening.* Experience working in the long-term care setting.* Experience working with individuals living with physical or cognitive disabilities, including individuals with Dementia.* Ability to work independently.* Ability to establish strong rapport with Maryville residents and their families and friends.* Must be an individual with abundance of patience.* Ability to speak effectively before groups of residents, staff and volunteers.* A proven track record of reliability and a strong attention to detail* Must be able to read, understand and speak English fluently.**Physical Requirements:*** Works in temperature-controlled office areas, but frequently moves through the entire facility, including patient rooms, and common lobbies.* Characterized by moderate noise levels with frequent interruptions.* Required to stand or walk for prolonged periods.* Ability to lift, push, pull or move at least 50 pounds independently.* Requires regular bending, stooping, reaching, strong dexterity, and kneeling.