Activities Aide (CNA)

The-Savoy-At-Fort-Lauderdale-Rehabilitation-and-Nursing-Center; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The Savoy at Fort Lauderdale Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Fort Lauderdale, FL seeks an Activity Aide to support residents through engaging and therapeutic activities. The role emphasizes dementia care, teamwork with the interdisciplinary staff, and fostering a caring atmosphere.

Responsibilities include planning activities, assisting with events, and documenting participation while ensuring resident well-being and stimulation.

Qualifications

• Must hold a CNA license.
• Experience with dementia residents.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, 3 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating resident recreational needs and developing activity programs.
• Promote a stimulating environment to improve resident functioning.
• Prepare and participate in individual and group activities daily.

Skills

Dementia care

Education

CNA License

Job description

Requirements:

• CNA License
• 12 hour shift, 3 Days a week
• Experience with dementia residents

OUR MISSION is to foster and provide unprecedented levels of genuine care and customer service for our community's Rehabilitation and Nursing needs, in a soothing, tranquil and state-of-the-art environment.

The Activity Aide plays an important role in our Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, contributing to the well-being of residents through engaging and therapeutic activities. Responsibilities include planning and coordinating a variety of recreational activities for a diverse group of seniors, fostering a supportive environment. The ideal candidate should be engaging, personable, and possess excellent communication skills, along with creativity and empathy to ensure a resident's physical and mental stimulation. This role requires collaboration with the interdisciplinary team to enhance the overall quality of life for our residents. Previous experience in a similar role and a background in recreational therapy or a related field is preferred but not required.

Essential Functions:

• Assist in evaluating resident's recreational needs and developing activity programs upon resident initial admission relating to past and current interests.
• Promotes a physically and sensory stimulating environment to increase the functioning levels of residents.
• Prepares and participates in individual and group activities as scheduled daily.
• Assist with decorating the facility and preparing for special events and seasonal parties.
• Participates in recreational programs for residents confined to their rooms and participation records for 1:1 visits are mandatory.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Salary: Based on experience

Equal Opportunity Employer.