Activities Aide

Excelcare at Troy Hills; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Same Day Pay

Community Impact

Supportive Environment

Professional Growth

Employee Discounts & Perks

Mission-Driven Culture

Job summary

Excelcare at Troy Hills is seeking a Recreation Aide to organize and lead engaging activities that enhance residents’ social wellness and quality of life. You will support participation, adapt programs for different abilities, and assist with transportation to events, contributing to a warm, compassionate community.

The role emphasizes energetic, friendly interaction, strong communication, and teamwork to deliver meaningful experiences for residents in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in long-term care or working with older adults preferred.
• Energetic, personable, and enthusiastic about making a difference.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-first mindset.
• Physical ability to assist residents as needed and support activity setup.

Responsibilities

• Organize and lead recreational activities such as games, crafts, music sessions, and group events.
• Encourage resident involvement, adapting programs to meet various levels of ability.
• Provide assistance with transporting residents to activities or outings.
• Promote a cheerful atmosphere that supports emotional and social well-being.
• Document participation and feedback to support program planning.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Empathy

Physical ability

Job description

Activities Aide

At Excelcare at Troy Hills, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and compassion to our residents. As a Recreation Aide, you will play a vital role in enhancing the social wellness and quality of life for our residents by organizing and leading recreational activities, fostering a positive atmosphere, and providing support and assistance as needed.

Why You'll Love Being a Recreation/Activities Aide

• Same Day Pay: Access your earnings immediately—no waiting required
• Community Impact: Engage residents through meaningful programs and social experiences
• Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values compassion and collaboration
• Professional Growth: Build valuable skills in long-term and subacute care settings
• Employee Discounts & Perks: Enjoy exclusive pricing and lifestyle-enhancing benefits
• Mission-Driven Culture: Join a workplace that prioritizes dignity, respect, and engagement

Your Role as Recreation Aide

• Organize and lead recreational activities such as games, crafts, music sessions, and group events
• Encourage resident involvement, adapting programs to meet various levels of ability
• Provide assistance with transporting residents to activities or outings
• Promote a cheerful atmosphere that supports emotional and social well-being
• Document participation and feedback to support program planning

What We're Looking For

• Prior experience in long-term care or working with older adults preferred
• Energetic, personable, and enthusiastic about making a difference
• Excellent communication skills and a team-first mindset
• Physical ability to assist residents as needed and support activity setup

A Proven Way of Caring. An Exceptional Way of Living.