Activities Aide

Lorien Health Services; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Double-time 7 holidays

Same Day Pay

Medical Coverage

Tuition Assistance

Health Reimbursement Account

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Employee Engagement

Job summary

Lorien Harmony Hall in Columbia, MD is seeking an Activities Aide for full-time and part-time roles. You will help provide daily activities and meaningful engagement for residents, supporting group and individual activities to ensure comfort, happiness, and participation.

The role emphasizes resident-centered care within a warm, award-winning environment and a collaborative team approach. Join a family-owned community that values growth, teamwork, and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Full-Time Available
• Schedule: Day
• Ability to safely lift, push, and pull up to 25–50 pounds as part of daily job responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities and follow the monthly activity calendar.
• Encourage residents to come out to the common area and participate in activities.
• Provide one-on-one room visits for residents who prefer to stay in their rooms or are unable to attend group activities.
• Assist with activities such as music, games, arts and crafts, exercise, sensory activities, cooking, and special events.
• Help residents participate in activities based on their interests, abilities, and stage of dementia.
• Assist residents with getting to and from activities safely, following their care plans and staff instructions.
• Help set up and clean up activity areas and supplies before and after programs.
• Encourage residents to socialize, stay active, and participate in meaningful daily routines.
• Use patience, redirection, reassurance, and a calm voice when working with residents living with dementia.
• Observe residents during activities and report any concerns or changes in mood, behavior, or participation to the appropriate supervisor or clinical staff.
• Document activities, resident participation, and room visits in Sagely as assigned.
• Assist with birthday celebrations, holiday parties, family events, and other special programs.
• Keep activity supplies organized and make sure equipment is properly stored.
• Work as a team with caregivers, nurses, and other staff to support residents\' daily engagement.
• Follow all community policies, safety procedures, and instructions from the Programming Director.]
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Job description

Overview

Activities Aide- Full & Part Time

Lorien Harmony Hall | Columbia, MD

Lorien Health Services is hiring Activities Assistantsto join the exceptional team atLorien Harmony Hall and Harmony Park. If you’re passionate about resident-centered care and looking to grow your career in a supportive, award-winning environment, we’d love to meet you.

At Lorien, compassion meets opportunity. Every day, you’ll make a meaningful difference while working alongside dedicated professionals who value quality, teamwork, and personal growth.

Pay Rate

$16.00 – $19.00 per hour

Full-Time Benefits:

• Paid Time Off:
  • 80 hoursof vacation
  • 40 hoursof sick time (with rollover)
  • Personal days
• 7 Paid Major Holidays–Double timepay if you work the holiday
• Same Day Pay! Lifedoesn’twait, neither should you!
• Medical Coverage:CareFirst Medical Package
• Tuition Assistancefor continued education
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)Think of it as your very own healthcare “piggy bank” — but instead of pennies,it’sfilled with money your employer puts in to help cover your medical expenses!
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Engagement!Earn points, earn rewards!

Responsibilities

The Programming Assistant helps provide daily activities and meaningful engagement for residents. The goal is to make sure every resident feels happy, respected, included, and cared for, whether they participate in group activities or receive individual visits in their rooms.

• Assist with daily activities and follow the monthly activity calendar.
• Encourage residents to come out to the common area and participate in activities.
• Provide one-on-one room visits for residents who prefer to stay in their rooms or are unable to attend group activities.
• Assist with activities such as music, games, arts and crafts, exercise, sensory activities, cooking, and special events.
• Help residents participate in activities based on their interests, abilities, and stage of dementia.
• Assist residents with getting to and from activities safely, following their care plans and staff instructions.
• Help set up and clean up activity areas and supplies before and after programs.
• Encourage residents to socialize, stay active, and participate in meaningful daily routines.
• Use patience, redirection, reassurance, and a calm voice when working with residents living with dementia.
• Observe residents during activities and report any concerns or changes in mood, behavior, or participation to the appropriate supervisor or clinical staff.
• Document activities, resident participation, and room visits in Sagely as assigned.
• Assist with birthday celebrations, holiday parties, family events, and other special programs.
• Keep activity supplies organized and make sure equipment is properly stored.
• Work as a team with caregivers, nurses, and other staff to support residents' daily engagement.
• Follow all community policies, safety procedures, and instructions from the Programming Director.

Qualifications

• Full-Time Available
• Schedule: Day
• Ability to safely lift, push, and pull up to 25–50 pounds as part of daily job responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Located in the heart ofColumbia, Maryland,Lorien Harmony Hallis afamily-owned assisted living communitywith a long-standing tradition of compassionate care. As one of thefirst all-assisted living facilities in Maryland,we'vespent decades helping seniors live with dignity, purpose, and comfort.

While our roots are strong, our approach is modern — we continuously embraceadvancements in medicine and technologyto enhance both care and quality of life for our residents.

Lorien Harmony Hall shares its campus with our sister facility,Lorien Columbia Nursing Home, and is proud to announce our newest addition:Harmony Park, a dedicatedMemory Care unitdesigned to meet the unique needs of residents living with dementia and Alzheimer’s.

Award-Winning Care:Proudly recognized as"Best Assisted Living"and"Best Retirement Community"byThe Daily Record's Reader Rankings.

Join a team where tradition meets innovation — and where every day, youhave the opportunity tomake a meaningful impact.

Lorien Health Services is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.