Activities Assistant

Cadia Healthcare; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Cadia Healthcare in Wilmington, DE is seeking an Activities Assistant to plan and run engaging activity programs for residents, supporting social interaction and overall well-being.

You will help with religious and leisure activities, assist in transporting residents, document participation, and support staff in facility-wide events. Prior geriatric care and long-term care experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience and/or training with the geriatric population.
• Long term care industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in planning and promoting activities based on the needs/interests of the residents. Encourages social communication through group activities.
• Assists residents with participation in religious programs and leisure recreation.
• Visits bed-ridden residents and non-participants and provides appropriate activities.
• Documents resident attendance and participation level at activities; may assist with maintaining pertinent files and writing progress notes, if applicable (must meet qualifications to write in chart).
• Assists with transporting of residents to and from activity programs. Assists with transporting of residents to and from meals.
• Participate in & promote staff engagement in facility wide activities to include dress up & theme days.

Skills

Geriatric care experience

Long-term care industry experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Wilmington, DE 19808, Cadia Healthcare - Pike Creek is a leading provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation in your area. Compassion and appreciation are at the heart of who we are. We are currently seeking an Activities Assistant to join our team!

Benefits and Perks We Offer

Cadia rewards its employees for their hard work and dedication to providing the best care possible, with a wide-range of benefits and perks to show we care.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits for You & Your Family
• 401k Retirement With Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Personal, Sick Days & Paid Holidays
• Short-term Disability and Maternity Leave Options, Personal and Family Medical Leave
• Company provided Life and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Referral Bonuses and More!

Employee Perks Program

• Tickets At Work for Discounted Entertainment Tickets!
• Free and Discounted Employee Meals
• Tuition Reimbursement
• In Facility Training/Inservice Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Will/Estate Preparation Services
• Optional Legal & Identity Protection Services
• Verizon Wireless Discount
• Costco Membership Discount (DE only)
• Annual $35 Non-Slip Shoe Replacement (DE only)

Position Description

The Activities Assistant will assist in planning, organizing & providing activity programs for all residents in accordance with each resident’s needs and progress. Cadia is dedicated to providing the best care possible and that’s where you come in!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in planning and promoting activities based on the needs/interests of the residents. Encourages social communication through group activities
• Assists residents with participation in religious programs and leisure recreation.
• Visits bed-ridden residents and non-participants and provides appropriate activities
• Documents resident attendance and participation level at activities; may assist with maintaining pertinent files and writing progress notes, if applicable (must meet qualifications to write in chart)
• Assists with transporting of residents to and from activity programs. Assists with transporting of residents to and from meals
• Participate in & promote staff engagement in facility wide activities to include dress up & theme days.

Qualifications

• Must possess, at minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience and/or training with the geriatric population required.
• Long term care industry experience preferred.