Activities Aide

Focus Health Network, LLC; Milton (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly wage $13

401K with company match

Compliance with state ratios

Job summary

Focus Health Network, LLC is seeking an Activities Aide to lead engaging programs that keep residents active, social, and inspired. You’ll run group activities, spend time with residents one-on-one, and help plan themed events.

This role requires energy, creativity, and genuine empathy for the elderly, with basic scheduling software skills to track participation. You will work on-site in a senior living setting, assisting the Activities Director and contributing to a friendly, inclusive

Qualifications

• Be upbeat, patient and able to motivate others to participate in activities.
• Enjoy hobbies such as music, arts, crafts, gardening or games and share those skills.
• Demonstrate empathy for elderly residents and adapt activities for varying abilities.
• Basic computer skills for scheduling and documenting participation; ability to stand/move for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Fun: facilitate group activities like arts & crafts, bingo, fitness, music and trivia.
• One-on-One Connection: spend time with residents individually, reading or conversing.
• Plan & Promote: assist the Activities Director with ideas and decorate for events.
• Documentation: keep simple logs of resident participation to track social engagement.

Skills

Energetic

Motivation

Empathy

People skills

Tools

Scheduling software

Job description

About Us:

Do you have a high-energy personality and a passion for making people smile? We believe that life should be celebrated at every age. We are looking for a creative, outgoing Activities Aide to help us plan and lead engaging programs that keep our residents active, social, and inspired.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the Fun: Facilitate group activities such as arts and crafts, bingo, fitness classes, music, and trivia.
• One-on-One Connection: Spend quality time with residents who prefer individual visits, reading to them or simply sharing a conversation.
• Plan & Promote: Assist the Activities Director in brainstorming new event ideas and decorating the facility for holidays and themed parties.
• Documentation: Keep simple logs of resident participation to ensure everyone is staying socially engaged.

What We’re Looking For

• The "Life of the Party": You are upbeat, patient, and able to motivate others to join in.
• Creative Spark: You enjoy hobbies like music, crafting, gardening, or games and love sharing those skills.
• Empathy: You have a genuine heart for the elderly and understand how to adapt activities for different physical or cognitive abilities.
• Skills: Basic computer skills for scheduling and the ability to stand/move for long periods.

Benefits:

• $13.00 per hour.
• 401K with company match.
• This building is compliant with all resident to staff ratios set forth by the state.