Activities Aide

Fairport Rehab & Nursing Center; Town of Perinton (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance Options

Voluntary Benefit Programs

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) retirement plan

Direct deposit

Job summary

Fairport Rehab & Nursing Center is seeking an Activities Aide for a full-time role in our long-term care setting. You will create meaningful recreational activities that promote resident engagement and quality of life.

The position is 37.5 hours per week, days with occasional evenings and some weekends. Responsibilities include planning activities, calendars, assisting residents, coordinating events, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Therapy, Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Leisure Studies, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant education and/or experience may be considered.
• Experience working with older adults and/or individuals with Alzheimer's/Dementia preferred.
• Long-term care or geriatric experience preferred.
• Must be dependable, creative, flexible, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Must be available for occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities based on residents' interests, abilities, and needs.
• Create and maintain monthly activity calendars and programs for assigned units.
• Encourage and assist residents with participation and transportation to activities.
• Plan and coordinate facility-wide events with team members.
• Complete attendance records, progress notes, care plans, MDS-related documentation, and other required paperwork.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and communicate changes in resident condition to nursing staff.
• Maintain a warm, positive, and safe environment.
• Assist with crafts, games, music, religious activities, special events, and other programs.
• Coordinate with other departments and supervise volunteers as needed.
• Assist with room set-up, reception desk duties, mail, and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Compassionate

Creativity

Team player

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Recreation or related field

Job description

Activities Aide – Full Time

Long-Term Care / Nursing Home Setting

37.5 hours/week | Days with occasional evenings | Some weekends as needed

We are seeking a compassionate, creative, and energetic Activities Aide to join our long-term care team. This position helps create meaningful recreational and social experiences that promote resident engagement, dignity, and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities based on residents' interests, abilities, and needs.

• Create and maintain monthly activity calendars and programs for assigned units.

• Encourage and assist residents with participation and transportation to activities.

• Plan and coordinate facility-wide events with team members.

• Complete attendance records, progress notes, care plans, MDS-related documentation, and other required paperwork.

• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and communicate changes in resident condition to nursing staff.

• Maintain a warm, positive, and safe environment.

• Assist with crafts, games, music, religious activities, special events, and other programs.

• Coordinate with other departments and supervise volunteers as needed.

• Assist with room set-up, reception desk duties, mail, and other duties as assigned.

Education & Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Therapy, Art Therapy, Music Therapy, Leisure Studies, or a related field preferred.

• Relevant education and/or experience may be considered.

• Experience working with older adults and/or individuals with Alzheimer's/Dementia preferred.

• Long-term care or geriatric experience preferred.

• Must be dependable, creative, flexible, and able to work effectively as part of a team.

• Must be available for occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Must be able to communicate effectively and perform essential job functions.

Available Shifts:

Days with occasional evenings
Schedule Options: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)
Weekend Availability: Some weekend as required

Competitive Benefits Package:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Company-Paid Life Insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance Options

• Voluntary Benefit Programs

• Generous Paid Time Off - including Vacation, Sick and Holiday Time Off

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Direct deposit