Activity Aide

The Waters of Batesville; Batesville (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Waters of Batesville is seeking an Activity Aide to support the Activity Director in implementing a planned program for residents. The role includes transporting residents, keeping records, and performing clerical duties per policies and regulations.

CNA preferred but not required; candidate should be energetic, personable, and capable of motivating residents to participate in activities while maintaining safety and a positive facility image.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Valid driver's license with F-Endorsement is required.
• Ability to drive the facility van is required.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends or holidays.
• Capable of working independently or as part of a team.
• Present a positive image of the facility.
• Meet health assessment requirements (Mantoux skin tests).

Responsibilities

• Aide in activities for residents and transport as needed.
• Prepare equipment and ensure activity safety.
• Lead group activities such as exercise or arts/crafts.
• Maintain proper records of equipment and use.
• Assist in planning programs for socialization and exercise.

Skills

Energetic

People skills

Dependability

Education

High school diploma

Driver's license w/ F-Endorsement

Ability to drive facility van

Job description

The Waters of Batesville

The Activity Aide assists the Activity Director in carrying out a planned activity program for residents. Maintains records, transports residents to and from activities. Performs varied clerical and department maintenance functions. The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.

*CNA preferred but not required.

Job Responsibilities

• Aides assist the recreational activities leader or activities director, helping patients or participants use equipment and supplies. Activities may include arts and crafts, outdoor activities, sports, music or drama.


• Prepares equipment and ensures the safety of patients or participants in the activity.


• Assist in leading the participants in group activities, such as an exercise class or art project.


• Proper record keeping of equipment and its use.


• Assist in planning programs for residents, which can help to provide socialization, relaxation and exercise.

Education/Experience:

• Must possess a high school diploma


• Must possess a valid driver's license with F-Endorsement


• Must be able to drive the facility van


• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and/or holidays


• Must be able to work independently and as a member of a team


• Must present a positive image of the facility


• Must meet health assessment requirements, including two stage Mantoux skin tests and one-step annually thereafter

Additional Skills

Activity aides should be energetic and personable to work with residents or participants. The aide should have the ability to motivate others to participate in activities. The worker should also be sensitive to the needs of each individual patient or participant