Activity Aide

Progressive Quality Care Inc; Aurora (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Avenue at Aurora is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and creative Activities Assistant to enrich the lives of residents through meaningful activities, programs, and events. This on-site role involves planning and leading activities, visiting residents, coordinating supplies, and supporting community events to enhance social engagement and quality of life.

Candidates with previous activities programming or long-term care experience are preferred; strong communication and interpersonal

Qualifications

• Experience in activities programming or long-term care preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Creative, energetic and adaptable approach to activities.
• Compassionate attitude when working with seniors.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and leading individual and group activities.
• Visit residents and tailor activities to interests and needs.
• Manage and organize activity supplies and equipment.
• Document resident participation and assist with Resident Council.
• Coordinate evening, weekend, holiday, and community events.
• Promote resident engagement and quality of life.
• Follow safety and infection control procedures during activities.
• Collaborate with residents, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Creativity

Adaptability

Compassionate care

Job description

The Avenue at Aurora

• 5-Star post-hospital rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility

• Hotel-like atmosphere with all-private suites

• Compassionate, resident-focused team

• Dedicated to creating a comfortable, engaging, and supportive environment for our residents

We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and creative Activities Assistant to help enrich the lives of our residents through meaningful activities, programs, and events.

What You'll Do

• Assist with planning and leading individual and group activities

• Conduct room visits and provide personalized activities based on resident interests and needs

• Organize and maintain activity supplies and equipment

• Document resident participation and assist with Resident Council

• Help coordinate evening, weekend, holiday, and community events

• Promote resident engagement, socialization, and quality of life

• Follow safety and infection control procedures during activities

• Collaborate with residents, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners

What We're Looking For

• Previous activities programming or long-term care experience preferred

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Creative, energetic, and adaptable

• Compassionate approach when working with seniors and individuals with varying needs

• Professional, dependable, and team-oriented

• Ability to move throughout the facility and actively participate in resident activities

• Ability to maintain a safe and welcoming environment

The Avenue at Aurora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their actual or perceived gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.