Activities Assistant

Harvard-Gardens-Rehabilitation-; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard-Gardens-Rehabilitation- is seeking an Activity Aide to carry out the daily activity program, lead groups, and engage residents in meaningful activities across the building.

You will support outings, provide one-to-one engagement, and ensure documentation of participation in the resident record, while maintaining safety and dignity for residents.

Join a compassionate team dedicated to enriching residents' lives through engaging activities and thoughtful interaction.

Qualifications

• Lead group activities per the calendar.
• Provide one-to-one engagement to residents who can't join groups.
• Escort residents safely to and from activities.
• Document participation in the resident record.

Responsibilities

• Lead group activities (exercise, crafts, music, games, cognitive stimulation).
• Provide one-to-one engagement to residents, including residents with advanced dementia.
• Escort residents to and from activities safely.
• Set up and break down activity spaces; maintain supplies.
• Document participation in the resident record.

Skills

Group leadership

One-to-one engagement

Activity facilitation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Activity Aide carries out the activity program day-to-day - leading groups, escorting residents to programs, providing one-to-one engagement, and supporting outings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead group activities (exercise, crafts, music, games, cognitive stimulation) per the calendar.
• Provide one-to-one engagement to residents who can't or don't join groups, including residents with advanced dementia.
• Escort residents to and from activities safely.
• Set up and break down activity spaces; maintain supplies.
• Document participation in the resident record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Frequent walking and standing throughout the building, with periods of seated work. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally. Manual dexterity and visual acuity sufficient to lead activities and complete documentation. WORK