Activities Aide

Vernon Health & Rehabilitation; South Haven (IN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Prescription drug coverage

401(k) match

PTO

Telehealth

FSA

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Daily pay

Fun work environment

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Vernon Health and Living is seeking an energetic Activity Aide to bring joy, purpose, and connection to our residents. You will help plan and lead group activities, support special events, and build relationships with residents.

Responsibilities include facilitating arts, crafts, music, games, exercise programs, and one-on-one activities; adapting for dementia; and documenting participation. A positive, compassionate attitude is essential, with weekday and rotating weekend availability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience with elderly or memory care populations preferred.
• Warm, patient, and enthusiastic personality.
• Creative, energetic, and able to engage a room.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist with group activities including arts and crafts, music, games, and exercise programs.
• Provide one-on-one activities for residents who cannot attend group programs.
• Adapt activities for residents with dementia, memory impairment, or physical limitations.
• Set up, facilitate, and clean up activity spaces before and after each program.
• Assist with special events, holiday celebrations, and themed dining programs.
• Decorate the facility for seasons and holidays to create a warm environment.
• Document resident participation accurately in the activity record.
• Escort and assist residents to and from activity programs safely.
• Support volunteers and community visitors during programs.
• Report any resident behavioral changes or concerns to the nurse.

Skills

Energetic

Creative

Compassionate

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Vernon Health and Living is a pediatric and adult community located in Wabash, IN. We are one of a very select and privileged communities to care for a truly wonderful population.

Our owner, Sterling Healthcare Management believes in treating it's team members like family. We have made some very positive changes here at Vernon Health and Living and are committed giving our resident's and team members the most positive experience possible.

About This Role

We are looking for an energetic, creative, and compassionate Activity Aide to help bring joy, purpose, and connection to our residents every day. You will assist in planning and leading group and individual activities, support special events, and build real relationships with the people who call our facility home. If you love making people smile and want a job that truly matters — this one is for you.

What We Offer

Benefits for Full-Time Staff Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO
• Virtual Doctor Visits - Telehealth
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• KISx Card (surgery and imaging program)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Daily Pay Available (receive half your pay immediately, each day you work)
• A fun, creative, and mission-driven work environment
• Supportive leadership that values your ideas

What You'll Do

• Lead and assist with group activities including arts and crafts, music, games, and exercise programs
• Provide one-on-one activities for residents who cannot attend group programs
• Adapt activities for residents with dementia, memory impairment, or physical limitations
• Set up, facilitate, and clean up activity spaces before and after each program
• Assist with special events, holiday celebrations, and themed dining programs
• Decorate the facility for seasons and holidays to create a warm environment
• Document resident participation accurately in the activity record
• Escort and assist residents to and from activity programs safely
• Support volunteers and community visitors during programs
• Report any resident behavioral changes or concerns to the nurse

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Prior experience working with elderly or memory care populations preferred — will train the right person
• Warm, patient, and enthusiastic personality
• Creative, energetic, and able to engage a room
• Current BLS/CPR certification preferred or must obtain within 30 days
• Ability to work weekdays and rotating weekends
• Activity professional certification a plus — not required

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.