Activities Aide

Cape Memory Care; Cape Elizabeth (ME); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shift differential

Vacation and holiday pay

Perfect attendance bonus

Referral bonus

Tuition assistance

Health, dental, vision and supplements

401(k) savings plan

Job summary

Woodlands Senior Living in Maine is seeking an Activities Aide to implement engaging social, recreational, and intellectual programs for residents.

You will escort residents, maintain supplies, and assist with meals, while ensuring vaccinations and age requirements are met. The team emphasizes quality of care and a safe, inclusive work environment. Hiring immediately.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Certification as Activities Professional or CNA preferred.
• Proof of immunization: MMR, Varicella, Influenza and COVID.
• Strong command of English and ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Implement a program of social, recreational, and intellectual activities in accordance with the activity calendar and applicable standards.
• Acts as a cheerleader to promote participation.
• Escorts residents to/from activities as necessary.
• Maintains supplies in a neat and orderly manner and keeps an inventory of current supplies.
• Assists with the service of meals.

Education

Certifications in Activities Professional / PSW / CRMA / CNA

Job description

Description

Do you have prior experience working with senior citizens and their families? If you would like to use your talents as a singer, dancer, artist or trivia expert, consider joining our team. We offer the opportunity to improve the lives of others while fulfilling your own career goals! Hiring immediately!

Woodlands Senior Living is the first senior living organization in Maine to have earned an accreditation by The Joint Commission! What does this mean for you? You could have the opportunity to work with an organization that has surpassed high-level standards of quality, safety and experience for the residents, families and staff served.

We are a Maine-based, family-owned-and-operated organization that provides the people of Maine a trusted partner in assisted living and memory care. Our mission is to make each day the best day possible for every resident we serve. Our teammates are committed to high standards of behavior to deliver the highest quality of care and provide a safe and inclusive work environment. Hiring immediately!

What you will do as an Activities Aide:

• Implement a program of social, recreational, and intellectual activities in accordance with the company’s Monthly Activity calendar, current federal and state regulations, established standards and company polies and procedures.
• Acts as a cheerleader to promote participation.
• Escorts residents to/from activities as necessary.
• Maintains supplies in a neat and orderly manner and to ensure their durability. Maintains a written inventory of current supplies.
• Assists with the service of meals.

The benefits to join the team:

• Weekend shift differentials to thank you for being flexible with your schedule.
• Vacation and holiday pay because you deserve time to relax and recharge.
• Perfect attendance bonus to recognize your dedication and commitment.
• Referral bonus to show our appreciation for seeking new team members.
• Tuition assistance because we believe in the investment of your growth and success.
• Health, dental, vision and supplemental benefits to support your health.
• 401(k) savings and investment plan to prepare for your future.

Requirements

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Certification as Activities Professional, Personal Support Specialist, Certified Residential Medication Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant or have previously held an active Certified Nursing Assistant certification preferred.
• Must provide proof of immunization/immunity to MMR, Varicella, Influenza and COVID.
• Strong command of the English language with the ability to follow oral and written instructions with precision.