Activities Aide

Aventura Healthcare Group; Prospect Park (Delaware County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

PTO

Paid Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Career Growth & Advancement Opportuni

Job summary

Aventura at Prospect is seeking a compassionate, energetic Activities Aide to join our team. You will plan and lead engaging activities that promote socialization, creativity, physical movement, and resident well-being.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, prior SNF activity aide experience, excellent communication, and a patient, dependable, teamwork-focused attitude. This role offers a supportive team environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous experience as an Activity Aide in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) is required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creative, energetic, and able to engage residents in a variety of activities.
• Patient, compassionate, and dependable.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Must be able to interact respectfully with residents, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and facilitating daily activities and recreational programs for residents.
• Encourage resident participation while respecting individual interests, abilities, and preferences.
• Organize activities such as arts and crafts, games, music, exercise, entertainment, social events, and holiday celebrations.
• Assist residents with participating in activities when needed.
• Help create a welcoming and enjoyable environment for residents.
• Build positive relationships with residents and encourage social interaction.
• Assist with decorating activity areas and preparing materials and supplies.
• Maintain activity areas and supplies in a clean, safe, and organized manner.
• Document resident participation and provide feedback to the Activities Director.
• Work collaboratively with nursing and other departments to support resident needs.
• Follow all facility policies, safety procedures, and infection-control guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Now Hiring: Activities Aide

Aventura at Prospect is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and creative Activity Aide to join our team! If you enjoy working with seniors and creating meaningful experiences that bring joy and engagement to residents, we would love to have you on our team.

Position Summary

The Activities Aide assists with planning and leading engaging activities that promote socialization, creativity, physical movement, and overall resident well-being. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, patient, dependable, and enjoys building positive relationships with residents.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Paid Holidays

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Discounts

• Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities

• Supportive Team Environment

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and facilitating daily activities and recreational programs for residents.

• Encourage resident participation while respecting individual interests, abilities, and preferences.

• Organize activities such as arts and crafts, games, music, exercise, entertainment, social events, and holiday celebrations.

• Assist residents with participating in activities when needed.

• Help create a welcoming and enjoyable environment for residents.

• Build positive relationships with residents and encourage social interaction.

• Assist with decorating activity areas and preparing materials and supplies.

• Maintain activity areas and supplies in a clean, safe, and organized manner.

• Document resident participation and provide feedback to the Activities Director.

• Work collaboratively with nursing and other departments to support resident needs.

• Follow all facility policies, safety procedures, and infection-control guidelines.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.

• Previous experience working as an Activity Aide in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) is required.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Creative, energetic, and able to engage residents in a variety of activities.

• Patient, compassionate, and dependable.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

• Must be able to interact respectfully with residents, families, and staff.

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