Activities Aide PT

Accela Healthcare; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time employment opportunity

Supportive team environment

Meaningful difference in residents'日生活

Job summary

Fairview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a compassionate Part-Time Activities Aide to join our team. You will plan and lead engaging recreational activities for residents, focusing on enhancing quality of life and social interaction.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with older adults, is creative and reliable, and can adapt activities for varying abilities. You will collaborate with staff to create a welcoming, stimulating environment and support special events and celebrations.

Qualifications

• Experience in activities, recreation, senior care, or related field preferred.
• Experience working with older adults or in a skilled nursing/long-term care setting is a plus.
• Friendly, patient, creative, and enthusiastic personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to engage residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to assist with activity setup and perform physical duties, with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and facilitating recreational and social activities for residents.
• Lead and support group activities, including games, arts and crafts, music, exercise, and holiday celebrations.
• Encourage resident participation based on individual interests and abilities.
• Provide one-on-one engagement for residents who may not participate in groups.
• Prepare activity materials, set up spaces, and clean up after programs.
• Create a welcoming, stimulating, and enjoyable environment for residents.
• Support special events, birthday celebrations, and seasonal programs.
• Encourage social interaction to reduce isolation among residents.
• Communicate residents' interests and concerns to the Activities Director.
• Maintain activity calendars, attendance records, and related documentation.
• Follow facility policies, safety procedures, and infection-control guidelines.
• Treat all residents with dignity, respect, and compassion.

Skills

Plan & lead activities

Engage with older adults

Strong communication

Team player

Dependable

Activity setup & physical tasks

Job description

Activities Aide – Part-Time

Fairview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
184 Bethlehem Pike, Philadelphia, PA 19118

Now Hiring: Part-Time Activities Aide

Fairview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and creative Part-Time Activities Aide to join our team. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with older adults and helping create meaningful, engaging experiences that enhance residents' quality of life.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys interacting with people, planning activities, and making a positive difference in a skilled nursing facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and facilitating recreational and social activities for residents.




• Lead and support group activities, including games, arts and crafts, music, exercise, and holiday celebrations.




• Encourage resident participation in activities based on individual interests, abilities, and preferences.




• Provide one-on-one engagement for residents who may be unable or prefer not to participate in group activities.




• Assist with preparing activity materials, setting up spaces, and cleaning up after programs.




• Help create a welcoming, stimulating, and enjoyable environment for residents.




• Support special events, birthday celebrations, and seasonal programs.




• Encourage social interaction and help reduce feelings of isolation among residents.




• Communicate residents' interests, participation, and concerns to the Activities Director.




• Assist with maintaining activity calendars, attendance records, and related documentation.




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




• Treat all residents with dignity, respect, and compassion.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in activities, recreation, senior care, or a related field preferred.




• Experience working with older adults or in a skilled nursing or long-term care facility is a plus.




• Friendly, patient, creative, and enthusiastic personality.




• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.




• Ability to engage residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.




• Dependable, organized, and able to work effectively as part of a team.




• Ability to assist with activity setup and perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

What We Offer

• Part-time employment opportunity.




• Supportive and collaborative team environment.




• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents' daily lives.




• Valuable experience in healthcare and senior care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fairview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.